The Japan Smaller Capitalization Fund, Inc. (JOF) is a closed-end equity mutual fund based in the United States. Formed on March 22, 1990, and previously known as Japan OTC Equity Fund, Inc., it was originally launched by Nomura Asset Management U.S.A. Inc. and is now managed by Nomura Asset Management Co., Ltd. This fund primarily allocates capital to small-capitalization companies operating across various sectors within Japan's public equity markets. Its investments target securities traded on major Japanese exchanges such as Tokyo, Osaka, and Nagoya, in addition to growth-oriented platforms like JASDAQ, Mothers, Hercules, and Centrex. The fund's performance is measured against the Russell/Nomura Small Cap Index.
What is JAPAN SMALLER CAPITALIZATION FUND stock price today?▼
The current price of JOF is $11.64 USD — it has increased by +1.04% in the past 24 hours. Watch JAPAN SMALLER CAPITALIZATION FUND stock price performance more closely on the chart.
What is JAPAN SMALLER CAPITALIZATION FUND stock ticker?▼
Depending on the exchange, the stock ticker may vary. For instance, on exchange JAPAN SMALLER CAPITALIZATION FUND stocks are traded under the ticker JOF.
Is JAPAN SMALLER CAPITALIZATION FUND stock price growing?▼
JOF stock has risen by +2.28% compared to the previous week, the month change is a +0% rise, over the last year JAPAN SMALLER CAPITALIZATION FUND has showed a +20.62% increase.
Does JAPAN SMALLER CAPITALIZATION FUND pay dividends?▼
Yes, JOF dividends are paid monthly. The last dividend per share was 0.09 USD. As of today, Dividend Yield (FWD)% is 9.86%.
In which sector is JAPAN SMALLER CAPITALIZATION FUND located?▼
JAPAN SMALLER CAPITALIZATION FUND operates in the Other sector.
When did JAPAN SMALLER CAPITALIZATION FUND complete a stock split?▼
JAPAN SMALLER CAPITALIZATION FUND has not had any recent stock splits.