Dimensional Global Real Estate ETF (DFGR): outlook, holdings and fees
Dimensional Global Real Estate ETF (DFGR) is an exchange-traded fund and is managed by Dimensional Fund Advisors. The expense ratio is 0.22% and the yield is 4.10%. The ten largest holdings are 43% of the fund.
Fund data as of Oct 14, 2026 · Price Nov 2, 2026
ATLAS view on DFGR
| Last price | $28.20 (+0.4%) |
|---|---|
| ATLAS chance of a higher price in 1 month | 56% |
| Likely 1-month range (50%) | $27.68 – $29.02 |
| Normal 1-day range (±1σ) | ±0.8% |
| Distribution yield | 4.10% |
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.
DFGR fund facts
| Issuer | Dimensional Fund Advisors |
|---|---|
| Theme | Real estate |
| Assets under management | $3.7B |
| Expense ratio | 0.22% |
| Number of holdings | 50 |
| Portfolio turnover | 0% |
| Inception | Dec 6, 2022 |
| Exchange | NYSE |
The Portfolio, using a market capitalization weighted approach, purchases a broad and diverse set of securities of U.S. and non-U.S. companies principally engaged in the real estate industry, including developed and emerging markets, with a particular focus on real estate investment trusts ("REITs") and companies the Advisor considers to be REIT-like entities. The Portfolio invests in companies of all sizes.
DFGR top holdings
| Holding | Sector | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Welltower Inc WELL | Real Estate | 8.97% |
| Prologis Inc PLD | Real Estate | 6.31% |
| Equinix Inc EQIX | Real Estate | 5.60% |
| American Tower Corp AMT | Real Estate | 4.36% |
| Digital Realty Trust Inc DLR | Real Estate | 3.64% |
| Simon Property Group Inc SPG | Real Estate | 3.58% |
| Realty Income Corporation O | Real Estate | 2.71% |
| Public Storage PSA | Real Estate | 2.61% |
| Equity Residential EQR | Real Estate | 2.46% |
| Ventas Inc VTR | Real Estate | 2.33% |
Holdings with an ATLAS page link to their probability range, fair value and earnings calendar.
DFGR sector breakdown
| Sector | Weight |
|---|---|
| Real Estate | 99.8% |
| Financial Services | 0.2% |
By region: North America 77.2%, Australasia 6.4%, Japan 4.8%, Asia Developed 3.7%, United Kingdom 3.1%.
DFGR returns and risk
| Year to date | +4.5% |
|---|---|
| 1 year | +5.8% |
| 3 years (annualised) | +11.2% |
| Volatility (3 years) | 15.2% |
| Sharpe ratio (3 years) | 0.43 |
Past returns do not guarantee future results.
DFGR: frequently asked questions
What does DFGR invest in?
Dimensional Global Real Estate ETF invests in a portfolio of securities. Its largest holdings are Welltower Inc (9.0%), Prologis Inc (6.3%), Equinix Inc (5.6%), American Tower Corp (4.4%), Digital Realty Trust Inc (3.6%).
What is the DFGR expense ratio?
0.22% a year: about $22.00 for every $10,000 invested.
What is the DFGR dividend yield?
4.10%. ATLAS does not hold the exact distribution dates for ETFs.
Will DFGR 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 $27.68 to $29.02 from $28.20 today. It is a probability, not a prediction.
How has DFGR performed?
Year to date +4.5%, one year +5.8%, three years +11.2% a year. Past returns do not guarantee future results.
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