ATLASDimensional International Core Equity 2 ETF (DFIC): outlook, holdings and fees
Dimensional International Core Equity 2 ETF (DFIC) is an exchange-traded fund and is managed by Dimensional Fund Advisors. The expense ratio is 0.23% and the yield is 2.54%. The ten largest holdings are 7% of the fund.
Fund data as of Oct 14, 2026 · Price Nov 2, 2026
ATLAS view on DFIC
| Last price | $37.84 (+1.0%) |
|---|---|
| ATLAS chance of a higher price in 1 month | 57% |
| Likely 1-month range (50%) | $37.26 – $38.83 |
| Normal 1-day range (±1σ) | ±0.7% |
| Distribution yield | 2.54% |
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.
DFIC fund facts
| Issuer | Dimensional Fund Advisors |
|---|---|
| Theme | International developed |
| Assets under management | $15.0B |
| Expense ratio | 0.23% |
| Number of holdings | 49 |
| Portfolio turnover | 0% |
| Inception | Mar 23, 2022 |
| Exchange | CBOE |
The Portfolio is designed to purchase a broad and diverse group of equity securities of non-U.S. companies in developed markets. The Portfolio invests 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.
DFIC top holdings
| Holding | Sector | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| ASML Holding N.V. New York Registry Shares ASML | Technology | 1.22% |
| SHELL PLC WI ADR/2 L3H | Energy | 1.07% |
| Royal Bank of Canada RY | Financial Services | 0.77% |
| TotalEnergies SE ADR TTE | Energy | 0.73% |
| Novartis AG ADR NVS | Healthcare | 0.70% |
| Roche Holding AG ROP | Healthcare | 0.63% |
| Nestle S.A. NESN | Consumer Defensive | 0.59% |
| Allianz SE VNA O.N. ALV | Financial Services | 0.46% |
| Banco Bilbao Viscaya Argentaria SA ADR BBVA | Financial Services | 0.44% |
| Toyota Motor Corp 7203 | Consumer Cyclical | 0.43% |
Holdings with an ATLAS page link to their probability range, fair value and earnings calendar.
DFIC sector breakdown
| Sector | Weight |
|---|---|
| Financial Services | 20.6% |
| Industrials | 19.4% |
| Basic Materials | 11.2% |
| Consumer Cyclicals | 9.7% |
| Technology | 8.8% |
| Energy | 7.5% |
| Healthcare | 7.4% |
| Consumer Defensive | 6.5% |
| Communication Services | 4.1% |
| Utilities | 3.3% |
| Real Estate | 1.6% |
By region: Europe Developed 40.4%, Japan 25.6%, North America 12.5%, United Kingdom 11.3%, Australasia 6.1%.
DFIC returns and risk
| Year to date | +10.9% |
|---|---|
| 1 year | +17.5% |
| 3 years (annualised) | +21.3% |
| 5 years (annualised) | 0.0% |
| 10 years (annualised) | 0.0% |
| Volatility (3 years) | 12.8% |
| Sharpe ratio (3 years) | 1.18 |
Past returns do not guarantee future results.
DFIC: frequently asked questions
What does DFIC invest in?
Dimensional International Core Equity 2 ETF invests in a portfolio of securities. Its largest holdings are ASML Holding N.V. New York Registry Shares (1.2%), SHELL PLC WI ADR/2 (1.1%), Royal Bank of Canada (0.8%), TotalEnergies SE ADR (0.7%), Novartis AG ADR (0.7%).
What is the DFIC expense ratio?
0.23% a year: about $23.00 for every $10,000 invested.
What is the DFIC dividend yield?
2.54%. ATLAS does not hold the exact distribution dates for ETFs.
Will DFIC 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 $37.26 to $38.83 from $37.84 today. It is a probability, not a prediction.
How has DFIC performed?
Year to date +10.9%, one year +17.5%, three years +21.3% a year, five years 0.0% a year. Past returns do not guarantee future results.
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