ATLASDimensional Short-Duration Fixed Income ETF (DFSD): outlook, holdings and fees
Dimensional Short-Duration Fixed Income ETF (DFSD) is an exchange-traded fund and is managed by Dimensional Fund Advisors. The expense ratio is 0.16% and the yield is 4.43%. The ten largest holdings are 18% of the fund.
Fund data as of Oct 14, 2026 · Price Nov 2, 2026
ATLAS view on DFSD
| Last price | $46.91 (+0.1%) |
|---|---|
| ATLAS chance of a higher price in 1 month | 58% |
| Likely 1-month range (50%) | $46.28 – $48.05 |
| Normal 1-day range (±1σ) | ±0.6% |
| Distribution yield | 4.43% |
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.
DFSD fund facts
| Issuer | Dimensional Fund Advisors |
|---|---|
| Theme | Bonds (broad) |
| Assets under management | $7.3B |
| Expense ratio | 0.16% |
| Number of holdings | 318 |
| Portfolio turnover | 0% |
| Inception | Nov 15, 2021 |
| Exchange | NYSE |
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 five years from the date of settlement. It will generally maintain a weighted average duration of no more than one half year greater than, and no less than one year below, the weighted average duration of the Portfolio"s benchmark, the ICE BofA 1-5 Year US Corporate & Government Index.
DFSD top holdings
| Holding | Sector | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| US T-NOTE 1.125% 02/28/25 | – | 2.82% |
| CHEVRON C 2.895% 03/03/24 | – | 1.86% |
| US T-NOTE 0.625% 10/15/24 | – | 1.87% |
| PROVINCE 3.05% 05/14/24 | – | 1.87% |
| US T-NOTE 0.375% 04/30/25 | – | 1.72% |
| US T-NOTE 2% 02/15/25 | – | 1.72% |
| APPLE INC 3.45% 05/06/24 | – | 1.59% |
| US T-NOTE 0.25% 05/15/24 | – | 1.56% |
| PROVINCE 3.2% 05/16/24 | – | 1.47% |
| NOVARTIS 3.4% 05/06/24 | – | 1.43% |
Holdings with an ATLAS page link to their probability range, fair value and earnings calendar.
DFSD returns and risk
| Year to date | +0.1% |
|---|---|
| 1 year | +1.1% |
| 3 years (annualised) | +4.6% |
| 5 years (annualised) | 0.0% |
| 10 years (annualised) | 0.0% |
| Volatility (3 years) | 2.0% |
| Sharpe ratio (3 years) | 0.05 |
Past returns do not guarantee future results.
DFSD: frequently asked questions
What does DFSD invest in?
Dimensional Short-Duration Fixed Income ETF invests in a portfolio of securities. Its largest holdings are US T-NOTE 1.125% 02/28/25 (2.8%), CHEVRON C 2.895% 03/03/24 (1.9%), US T-NOTE 0.625% 10/15/24 (1.9%), PROVINCE 3.05% 05/14/24 (1.9%), US T-NOTE 0.375% 04/30/25 (1.7%).
What is the DFSD expense ratio?
0.16% a year: about $16.00 for every $10,000 invested.
What is the DFSD dividend yield?
4.43%. ATLAS does not hold the exact distribution dates for ETFs.
Will DFSD go up?
Nobody can know. The ATLAS model puts the chance of a higher price in one month at 58%, with a likely range (50%) of $46.28 to $48.05 from $46.91 today. It is a probability, not a prediction.
How has DFSD performed?
Year to date +0.1%, one year +1.1%, three years +4.6% a year, five years 0.0% a year. Past returns do not guarantee future results.
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