Why a resilient China means investors should buy stocks halfway across world
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Jul 23 2025
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Source: MarketWatch
FTSE 100 Record: The U.K.'s FTSE 100 reached a new record of approximately 9,070, having increased by 11% in 2025, supported by a more stable Chinese economy and reduced trade tensions.
Investment Recommendation: Barclays advises investors to maintain an overweight position in London's blue-chip index due to its favorable market conditions.
Analyst Views on EWJ
Wall Street analysts forecast EWJ stock price to rise over the next 12 months. According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for EWJ is USD with a low forecast of USD and a high forecast of USD. However, analyst price targets are subjective and often lag stock prices, so investors should focus on the objective reasons behind analyst rating changes, which better reflect the company's fundamentals.
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About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
