Dimensional International Value ETF

DFIV

Börsenwert 21,9 Mrd. $

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DFA Dimensional International Value ETF blends value and profitability, outperforming its benchmark and most peers since its 2021 ETF listing. DFIV's low turnover, broad diversification, and value/quality tilt drive strong risk-adjusted returns, though sector risk is elevated due to a 35% financials weighting. DFIV has delivered a 17% annualized return since listing, beating the ex-U.S. developed benchmark IDEV and key competitors, although IVLU matches its performance.

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The DFA Dimensional International Value ETF is rated a Buy, supported by strong historical returns and robust risk-adjusted performance versus peers. DFIV's diversified portfolio emphasizes financials and energy, with low tech exposure, and maintains a low expense ratio of 0.27%. The fund consistently outperformed its category and benchmark across 1-, 3-, 5-, and 10-year periods, with top-quartile risk-adjusted returns.

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DFA Dimensional World ex US Core Equity 2 ETF offers broad international exposure with a value tilt. DFAX has outperformed the ex-U.S. benchmark IXUS by 1.7% annualized since 2021, with similar volatility. The fund's portfolio has low company-specific risk and is diversified across sectors and countries, with 67.4% in developed markets.