Japan Smaller Capitalization FundJOF.NValuation Analysis
Based on the blended 10-year P/E and P/B percentiles, the stock currently sits in the “Deeply Undervalued” zone.
As of Oct 16, 2026, Japan Smaller Capitalization Fund (JOF.N) trades at a P/E of 2.11x, P/B of 0.78x, P/S of 31.80x, and a dividend yield of 9.30%.
Longitudinal percentile comparison: P/E sits at the 3rd percentile over the trailing 10Y window (vs. 3rd percentile over 3Y); P/B sits at the 6th percentile over the trailing 10Y window (vs. 6th percentile over 3Y); P/S sits at the 17th percentile over the trailing 10Y window (vs. 17th percentile over 3Y).
Cross-sectional valuation: its P/E ranks at the 2nd percentile within its industry and the 2nd percentile across the broader market.
Shareholder return highlight: Total Shareholder Yield is 9.30%, ranking at the 88th percentile over the trailing 20Y window.
Cross-checking P/E against P/B, the two percentiles sit within 2.8 points of each other — a consistent signal from both angles. Its P/E percentile is roughly the same whether measured against the industry or the broader market. Shareholder returns here are driven almost entirely by cash dividends, with minimal contribution from buybacks. Japan Smaller Capitalization Fund operates in the other sector. Data refreshes weekly and is for reference only, not investment advice.
Also listed as: NYSE: JOF · JOF
Want the full picture on whether Japan Smaller Capitalization Fund (JOF.N) is under- or over-valued? See the full 3Y / 5Y / 10Y / 20Y P/E, P/B, P/S, Dividend Yield & Total Shareholder Yield percentile matrix and the interactive ECharts trend chart on this page.
Historical Percentiles by Metric
| Metric | Current | Market Percentile | Industry Percentile | 3Y Pctl | 5Y Pctl | 10Y Pctl | 20Y Pctl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P/E (TTM) | 2.11 | ||||||
| P/B (MRQ) | 0.78 | ||||||
| P/S (TTM) | 31.80 | ||||||
| Dividend Yield | 9.30% | ||||||
| Buyback + Div Yield | 9.30% |