ATLASDimensional Core Fixed Income ETF (DFCF): outlook, holdings and fees
Dimensional Core Fixed Income ETF (DFCF) is an exchange-traded fund and is managed by Dimensional Fund Advisors. The expense ratio is 0.17% and the yield is 4.40%. The ten largest holdings are 22% of the fund.
Fund data as of Oct 14, 2026 · Price Nov 2, 2026
ATLAS view on DFCF
| Last price | $40.99 (+0.2%) |
|---|---|
| ATLAS chance of a higher price in 1 month | 66% |
| Likely 1-month range (50%) | $40.84 – $41.61 |
| Normal 1-day range (±1σ) | ±0.3% |
| Distribution yield | 4.40% |
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.
DFCF fund facts
| Issuer | Dimensional Fund Advisors |
|---|---|
| Theme | Bonds (broad) |
| Assets under management | $11.4B |
| Expense ratio | 0.17% |
| Number of holdings | 6 |
| Portfolio turnover | 0% |
| Inception | Nov 15, 2021 |
| Exchange | NYSE |
Under normal circumstances, at least 80% of the Portfolio"s net assets will be invested in fixed income securities considered to be investment grade quality. The Portfolio primarily invests in securities that mature within twenty years from the date of settlement. The Portfolio will generally maintain a weighted average duration of no more than one quarter year greater than, and no less than one year below, the weighted average duration of the Portfolio"s benchmark, the Bloomberg U.S. Aggregate Bond Index.
DFCF top holdings
| Holding | Sector | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Federal National Mortgage Association 3% | – | 5.29% |
| Federal National Mortgage Association 2% | – | 4.89% |
| United States Treasury Notes 0.25% | – | 4.24% |
| Government National Mortgage Association 3% | – | 3.03% |
| United States Treasury Notes 0.375% | – | 2.33% |
| Federal National Mortgage Association 2.5% | – | 2.16% |
Holdings with an ATLAS page link to their probability range, fair value and earnings calendar.
DFCF returns and risk
| Year to date | -2.6% |
|---|---|
| 1 year | -1.7% |
| 3 years (annualised) | +4.4% |
| 5 years (annualised) | 0.0% |
| 10 years (annualised) | 0.0% |
| Volatility (3 years) | 5.6% |
| Sharpe ratio (3 years) | 0.00 |
Past returns do not guarantee future results.
DFCF: frequently asked questions
What does DFCF invest in?
Dimensional Core Fixed Income ETF invests in a portfolio of securities. Its largest holdings are Federal National Mortgage Association 3% (5.3%), Federal National Mortgage Association 2% (4.9%), United States Treasury Notes 0.25% (4.2%), Government National Mortgage Association 3% (3.0%), United States Treasury Notes 0.375% (2.3%).
What is the DFCF expense ratio?
0.17% a year: about $17.00 for every $10,000 invested.
What is the DFCF dividend yield?
4.40%. ATLAS does not hold the exact distribution dates for ETFs.
Will DFCF go up?
Nobody can know. The ATLAS model puts the chance of a higher price in one month at 66%, with a likely range (50%) of $40.84 to $41.61 from $40.99 today. It is a probability, not a prediction.
How has DFCF performed?
Year to date -2.6%, one year -1.7%, three years +4.4% a year, five years 0.0% a year. Past returns do not guarantee future results.
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