Avantis International Small Cap Equity ETF (AVDS): outlook, holdings and fees
Avantis International Small Cap Equity ETF (AVDS) is an exchange-traded fund and is managed by Avantis Investors. The expense ratio is 0.30% and the yield is 2.71%. The ten largest holdings are 2% of the fund.
Fund data as of Oct 14, 2026 · Price Nov 2, 2026
ATLAS view on AVDS
| Last price | $76.15 (-1.4%) |
|---|---|
| ATLAS chance of a higher price in 1 month | 56% |
| Likely 1-month range (50%) | $74.85 – $78.27 |
| Normal 1-day range (±1σ) | ±0.8% |
| Distribution yield | 2.71% |
ATLAS probabilities use the same calibrated model as every stock page. A fair value is shown for companies, not funds; the holdings below link to the fair value of each company.
AVDS fund facts
| Issuer | Avantis Investors |
|---|---|
| Theme | International developed |
| Assets under management | $357M |
| Expense ratio | 0.30% |
| Number of holdings | 49 |
| Portfolio turnover | 0% |
| Inception | Jul 18, 2023 |
| Exchange | NYSE |
The fund invests primarily in a diverse group of non-U.S. small cap companies across market sectors, industry groups, and countries. Under normal market conditions, the fund will invest at least 80% of its assets in equity securities of small capitalization companies. The fund may invest in securities that are denominated in foreign currencies and may also invest in foreign securities that are represented in the U.S. and other securities markets by American Depositary Receipts (ADRs), Global Depositary Receipts (GDRs), and other similar depositary arrangements.
AVDS top holdings
| Holding | Sector | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| DPM Metals Inc. DPM | Basic Materials | 0.26% |
| Finning International Inc. FTT | Industrials | 0.24% |
| HudBay Minerals Inc HBM | Basic Materials | 0.25% |
| Hiscox Ltd HSX | Financial Services | 0.24% |
| Balfour Beatty plc BBY | Industrials | 0.24% |
| Enlight Renewable Energy Ltd ENLT | Utilities | 0.22% |
| Lion Finance Group PLC BGEO | Financial Services | 0.21% |
| Perseus Mining Ltd PRU | Basic Materials | 0.22% |
| OceanaGold Corporation OGC | Basic Materials | 0.21% |
| Eldorado Gold Corp ELD | Basic Materials | 0.20% |
Holdings with an ATLAS page link to their probability range, fair value and earnings calendar.
AVDS sector breakdown
| Sector | Weight |
|---|---|
| Industrials | 22.5% |
| Basic Materials | 15.6% |
| Consumer Cyclicals | 14.1% |
| Financial Services | 12.2% |
| Technology | 9.8% |
| Consumer Defensive | 5.7% |
| Energy | 5.5% |
| Healthcare | 5.1% |
| Communication Services | 3.5% |
| Real Estate | 3.4% |
| Utilities | 2.8% |
By region: Japan 32.4%, Europe Developed 27.4%, North America 12.9%, United Kingdom 10.2%, Australasia 9.7%.
AVDS returns and risk
| Year to date | +13.1% |
|---|---|
| 1 year | +20.6% |
| 3 years (annualised) | +23.4% |
| Volatility (3 years) | 15.0% |
| Sharpe ratio (3 years) | 1.06 |
Past returns do not guarantee future results.
AVDS: frequently asked questions
What does AVDS invest in?
Avantis International Small Cap Equity ETF invests in a portfolio of securities. Its largest holdings are DPM Metals Inc. (0.3%), Finning International Inc. (0.2%), HudBay Minerals Inc (0.2%), Hiscox Ltd (0.2%), Balfour Beatty plc (0.2%).
What is the AVDS expense ratio?
0.30% a year: about $30.00 for every $10,000 invested.
What is the AVDS dividend yield?
2.71%. ATLAS does not hold the exact distribution dates for ETFs.
Will AVDS go up?
Nobody can know. The ATLAS model puts the chance of a higher price in one month at 56%, with a likely range (50%) of $74.85 to $78.27 from $76.15 today. It is a probability, not a prediction.
How has AVDS performed?
Year to date +13.1%, one year +20.6%, three years +23.4% a year. Past returns do not guarantee future results.
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