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The Power of Hedging in a Year of Yen Swings
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Hyun Kang

The Power of Hedging in a Year of Yen Swings

The Japanese yen ended 2025 nearly flat, but the WisdomTree Japan Hedged Equity Fund (DXJ) outperformed its unhedged counterpart by more than 400 basis points. Hyun Kang explains how currency hedging and interest rate differentials combined to drive this unexpected outperformance and makes the case for viewing the Fund as a long-term strategic allocation.

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Time to Look Outward: The Case for Global Leadership beyond the U.S.
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Christopher Gannatti, CFA

Time to Look Outward: The Case for Global Leadership beyond the U.S.

After years of U.S. market dominance, the tide may be turning. Developed international markets are trading at meaningful discounts, powered by reform-driven growth and supportive monetary policies. Chris Gannatti discusses why investors seeking balance, value and sustainability should look outward—where fundamentals are strengthening and opportunities are often overlooked.

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Europe's Reawakening: From Periphery Play to Policy Powerhouse
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Christopher Gannatti, CFA

Europe's Reawakening: From Periphery Play to Policy Powerhouse

After years on the sidelines, Europe is reclaiming its place as a policy powerhouse. Fiscal stimulus, defense investment and monetary easing are converging to create one of the most constructive European equity backdrops in decades. Chris Gannatti explores how investors can tap into Europe’s renewed growth story—where value, reform and resilience intersect.

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International Quality Dividend Growth Rebalance
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Matt Wagner, CFA

International Quality Dividend Growth Rebalance

U.S. stocks have led for 16 years, but 2025 shows signs of a turning tide in favor of international equities. Matt Wagner explains how the rebalanced WisdomTree International Quality Dividend Growth Index strengthens core alignment and profitability screens while enhancing exposure to Financials and maintaining a focus on quality dividend growth.

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As the World Reprices, So Should Your Geographic Exposure
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Christopher Gannatti, CFA

As the World Reprices, So Should Your Geographic Exposure

Global markets are shifting, and so should your portfolio. Inflows into non-U.S. equity strategies are accelerating as Europe and Japan unlock structural growth potential through reforms, AI adoption and sectoral momentum. Chris Gannatti breaks down the WisdomTree Dynamic International Equity Fund (DDWM) and why it offers disciplined exposure to this evolving landscape with income, value and diversification at its core.

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Reassessing the Global Currency Landscape amid the Dollar’s Decline
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Brian Manby, CFA

Reassessing the Global Currency Landscape amid the Dollar’s Decline

The dollar’s 5.9% YTD drop in 2025 has rattled markets, but the fear of “dollar doom” may be overstated. Brian Manby explains why historical context matters and makes the case for sticking with currency-hedged international investments.

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Revisiting the Museum—Europe’s Macro Renaissance
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Christopher Gannatti, CFA
Samuel Rines

Revisiting the Museum—Europe’s Macro Renaissance

For years, Europe was the “value sleeve” in global portfolios—ignored, under-weighted and underperforming. But a powerful shift is underway. From defense spending to dividend discipline, Chris Gannatti and Sam Rines breakdown how Europe’s macro landscape is turning into an equity opportunity that’s hard to overlook.

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Is This Europe’s Big Break?
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Hyun Kang

Is This Europe’s Big Break?

European equities are off to a hot start in 2025, outpacing the S&P 500 by nearly 8x. With rate cuts, controlled inflation and improving earnings growth, could this be Europe’s big break? Hyun Kang breaks down the latest trends and how currency-hedged strategies like the WisdomTree Europe Hedged Equity Fund (HEDJ) could help investors tap into the opportunity.

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Buffett Loves Berkshire’s Japan Investments
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Christopher Gannatti, CFA
Jeremy Schwartz, CFA

Buffett Loves Berkshire’s Japan Investments

Warren Buffett has long favored U.S. equities, but his growing investment in Japan tells a compelling story. In his latest shareholder letters, he highlights the importance of hedging currency risk, an approach WisdomTree has been advocating for over a decade. Christopher Gannatti and Jeremy Schwartz break down Buffett’s Japan strategy and why hedged exposure could be key for international investors.

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New Administration Motivates Fresh Look at International Investments
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Brian Manby, CFA

New Administration Motivates Fresh Look at International Investments

The dollar surged to a two-year high post-election as the Trump administration intends to reshape U.S. trade relationships. Brian Manby explains why hedging currency exposure in international equity investments can reduce portfolio volatility and provide incremental returns.

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