ATLASDimensional International Core Equity Market ETF (DFAI): outlook, holdings and fees
Dimensional International Core Equity Market ETF (DFAI) is an exchange-traded fund and is managed by Dimensional Fund Advisors. The expense ratio is 0.17% and the yield is 2.47%. The ten largest holdings are 10% of the fund.
Fund data as of Oct 14, 2026 · Price Nov 2, 2026
ATLAS view on DFAI
| Last price | $41.75 (+0.9%) |
|---|---|
| ATLAS chance of a higher price in 1 month | 57% |
| Likely 1-month range (50%) | $41.10 – $42.85 |
| Normal 1-day range (±1σ) | ±0.7% |
| Distribution yield | 2.47% |
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.
DFAI fund facts
| Issuer | Dimensional Fund Advisors |
|---|---|
| Theme | International developed |
| Assets under management | $17.8B |
| Expense ratio | 0.17% |
| Number of holdings | 50 |
| Portfolio turnover | 0% |
| Inception | Nov 17, 2020 |
| Exchange | NYSE |
The fund will invest in companies of all sizes, with increased exposure to smaller capitalization, lower relative price, and higher profitability companies as compared to their representation in the International Universe. As a non-fundamental policy, under normal circumstances, it will invest at least 80% of its net assets in equity securities. The Advisor may also increase or reduce the fund's exposure to an eligible company, or exclude a company, based on shorter-term considerations, such as a company's price momentum, short-run reversals, and investment characteristics.
DFAI top holdings
| Holding | Sector | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| ASML Holding N.V. New York Registry Shares ASML | Technology | 2.15% |
| Shell plc SHEL | Energy | 1.25% |
| Roche Holding AG ROP | Healthcare | 1.11% |
| HSBC Holdings PLC HSBA | Financial Services | 1.05% |
| Royal Bank of Canada RY | Financial Services | 0.95% |
| Nestle S.A. NESN | Consumer Defensive | 0.83% |
| Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc 8306 | Financial Services | 0.80% |
| AstraZeneca PLC AZN | Healthcare | 0.74% |
| Advantest Corp. 6857 | Technology | 0.69% |
| TotalEnergies SE ADR TTE | Energy | 0.65% |
Holdings with an ATLAS page link to their probability range, fair value and earnings calendar.
DFAI sector breakdown
| Sector | Weight |
|---|---|
| Financial Services | 25.1% |
| Industrials | 17.9% |
| Technology | 11.3% |
| Basic Materials | 8.4% |
| Consumer Cyclicals | 8.1% |
| Healthcare | 7.9% |
| Energy | 6.8% |
| Consumer Defensive | 5.9% |
| Communication Services | 3.8% |
| Utilities | 3.7% |
| Real Estate | 1.2% |
By region: Europe Developed 39.8%, Japan 26.1%, North America 12.5%, United Kingdom 11.0%, Australasia 6.1%.
DFAI returns and risk
| Year to date | +10.6% |
|---|---|
| 1 year | +16.7% |
| 3 years (annualised) | +19.6% |
| 5 years (annualised) | +10.1% |
| 10 years (annualised) | 0.0% |
| Volatility (3 years) | 12.3% |
| Sharpe ratio (3 years) | 1.11 |
Past returns do not guarantee future results.
DFAI: frequently asked questions
What does DFAI invest in?
Dimensional International Core Equity Market ETF invests in a portfolio of securities. Its largest holdings are ASML Holding N.V. New York Registry Shares (2.2%), Shell plc (1.2%), Roche Holding AG (1.1%), HSBC Holdings PLC (1.0%), Royal Bank of Canada (0.9%).
What is the DFAI expense ratio?
0.17% a year: about $17.00 for every $10,000 invested.
What is the DFAI dividend yield?
2.47%. ATLAS does not hold the exact distribution dates for ETFs.
Will DFAI go up?
Nobody can know. The ATLAS model puts the chance of a higher price in one month at 57%, with a likely range (50%) of $41.10 to $42.85 from $41.75 today. It is a probability, not a prediction.
How has DFAI performed?
Year to date +10.6%, one year +16.7%, three years +19.6% a year, five years +10.1% a year. Past returns do not guarantee future results.
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