Schroder Japan Trust (LON:SJG) Sets New 1-Year High – Time to Buy?

Schroder Japan Trust (LON:SJG)’s share price reached a new 52-week high during mid-day trading on Wednesday . The stock traded as high as GBX 367 and last traded at GBX 363, with a volume of 326196 shares. The stock had previously closed at GBX 361.

Schroder Japan Trust Stock Up 0.6%

The stock has a market cap of £415.65 million, a P/E ratio of 20.09 and a beta of 0.48. The business has a 50 day moving average price of GBX 330.15 and a 200 day moving average price of GBX 305.37.

Insider Activity at Schroder Japan Trust

In other news, insider Helena Coles acquired 708 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Friday, November 28th. The stock was purchased at an average cost of GBX 307 per share, for a total transaction of £2,173.56. Corporate insiders own 0.31% of the company’s stock.

About Schroder Japan Trust

The Japanese equity market currently offers a compelling long-term investment opportunity. Several developments that are unique to Japan should combine to support sustained corporate earnings growth and increasing valuation multiples in the years ahead. With one of the best performance track records in its sector and a disciplined, active investment approach, SJG is an excellent way of gaining exposure to Japan’s exciting potential.