DFAT — Dimensional U.S. Targeted Value ETF
US Small Cap Ranked #109 of 458 tracked ETFs · Issued by Dimensional Fund Advisors
DFAT Price Performance — Growth of $10,000
Value of a $10,000 investment in DFAT over time, compared with SPY. Both lines are rebased to $10,000 on the first shared date. Based on total returns — prices are adjusted for dividends and splits, so this assumes distributions were reinvested. Hover or tap the chart for exact values.
DFAT Drawdown
The "underwater" chart: DFAT's decline from its highest prior value at each point in time. It shows how deep past losses ran and how long the fund took to recover to break-even.
What If You'd Invested in DFAT?
See what a lump sum in DFAT would have grown to, with the option to add a regular monthly contribution on top. Figures use total returns — dividends are assumed reinvested.
Past performance doesn't predict future results. Assumes contributions on the first trading day of each month, no trading costs or taxes, and reinvested distributions. History is limited to the range published in the site's daily return data.
Overview
The Dimensional U.S. Targeted Value ETF (DFAT) operates within the US Small Cap category, which currently contains 18 funds tracked by ETFValuer. Issued by Dimensional Fund Advisors, this fund has accumulated assets under management of $14.3 billion and trades at a price of $70.98. It holds an overall rank of #109 out of 458 tracked ETFs across all categories and has received an ETFValuer grade of B with a score of 69.9/100. The fund carries an expense ratio of 0.28% and offers a dividend yield of 1.37%. The substantial asset size and moderate trading price suggest significant investor adoption relative to the broader universe of 458 tracked funds. These metrics collectively position DFAT as a mid-tier performer in terms of ranking while maintaining a cost structure and income profile typical for its category.
Over the most recent trading day, the fund recorded a decline of 0.76%, followed by a weekly gain of 0.51%. Monthly returns accelerated to +1.60%, extending into a three-month period with a return of +6.87%. The six-month performance showed further momentum at +12.84%, while year-to-date returns reached +19.04%. Annual returns for the past year stood at +28.47%, and the three-year cumulative return is +51.37%. This trajectory indicates a pattern of short-term volatility that has resolved into sustained positive growth over longer horizons. The data shows a clear acceleration in returns as the time frame extends from one month to three years.
DFAT carries a volatility label of Moderate and exhibits a beta of 0.97, suggesting price movements that are slightly less sensitive than the broader market. The fund has generated a Sharpe ratio of 1.45, indicating a favorable risk-adjusted return profile relative to the volatility experienced. Despite this efficiency, the maximum drawdown reached -26.12% during the measured period, highlighting the potential for significant temporary losses. The combination of a beta below 1.0 and a high Sharpe ratio implies the fund has managed downside risk effectively during periods of market stress. However, the substantial drawdown figure confirms that the Moderate volatility classification still encompasses periods of notable decline. Investors should consider that while the fund has delivered strong returns, it remains exposed to the full magnitude of its historical drawdown events.
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DFAT Top Holdings
| # | Holding | % of Net Assets | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | DIMENSIONAL FUND ADVISORS LP | 5.87% | $803M |
| 2 | PERMIAN RESOURCES CORPORATION | 0.89% | $122M |
| 3 | WESCO INTERNATIONAL, INC. | 0.86% | $118M |
| 4 | CF INDUSTRIES HOLDINGS, INC. | 0.82% | $112M |
| 5 | AMKOR TECHNOLOGY, INC. | 0.78% | $107M |
| 6 | OVINTIV INC. | 0.73% | $100M |
| 7 | APA CORPORATION | 0.73% | $100M |
| 8 | VIATRIS INC. | 0.71% | $97M |
| 9 | TD SYNNEX CORPORATION | 0.67% | $92M |
| 10 | BALL CORPORATION | 0.67% | $91M |
Holdings as of 2026-04-30 per the fund's most recent SEC N-PORT-P filing. Top 10 holdings make up 12.7% of net assets — a rough gauge of concentration risk (the higher this figure, the more the fund's return depends on a handful of names). To see how DFAT's holdings overlap with other ETFs you own or are considering, check the Stock Overlap tool.
Which Funds Overlap With DFAT
Holding two funds that own the same companies adds cost and complexity without adding much diversification. These tracked ETFs share the most names with DFAT's top 10 — DFSV overlaps most, holding 5 of the same companies as DFAT's top 10 (9.0% of DFAT's assets).
| ETF | Name | Shared Companies | DFAT Weight | Examples |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DFSV | Dimensional US Small Cap Value ETF | 5 | 9.0% | DIMENSIONAL FUND ADVISORS LP, WESCO INTERNATIONAL, INC., OVINTIV INC.… |
| MDYV | State Street SPDR S&P 400 Mid Cap Value ETF | 2 | 1.6% | PERMIAN RESOURCES CORPORATION, OVINTIV INC. |
| DFAC | Dimensional U.S. Core Equity 2 ETF | 1 | 5.9% | DIMENSIONAL FUND ADVISORS LP |
| DFAX | Dimensional World ex U.S. Core Equity 2 ETF | 1 | 5.9% | DIMENSIONAL FUND ADVISORS LP |
| DFUS | Dimensional U.S. Equity Market ETF | 1 | 5.9% | DIMENSIONAL FUND ADVISORS LP |
Compares the top 10 reported holdings of each fund, so it's a floor on true overlap — two S&P 500 trackers overlap ~100% even when only 10 names are listed. Use the Stock Overlap tool to search by individual company.
Market Backdrop
10-Year Treasury Yield: 4.61% (as of 2026-07-28) — The yield on 10-year US Treasury bonds — the standard "risk-free rate" benchmark used to contextualize this fund’s Sharpe ratio and returns.
CBOE Volatility Index (VIX): 18.21 (as of 2026-07-28) — A real-time gauge of expected S&P 500 volatility over the next 30 days — useful context for this fund’s own volatility label.
Federal Funds Rate: 3.63% (as of 2026-06-01) — The Federal Reserve’s target policy rate, which anchors short-term borrowing costs across the economy.
What DFAT's Fees Cost You
DFAT charges an expense ratio of 0.28% a year, deducted automatically from the fund's value. Small percentages compound into real money — adjust the figures below to see the impact on your own numbers.
Assumes a constant gross return and no additional contributions — a simplification, but it isolates exactly what the expense ratio costs. Try the full fee calculator to model contributions and compare any two funds.
DFAT Dividend Income Estimator
DFAT currently yields 1.37%. Enter an amount to see the income that implies, or set a monthly income target to see the investment it would take.
Based on the fund's current trailing yield, which varies with price and distributions — treat it as an estimate, not a guarantee. Yields are not adjusted for tax.
DFAT Liquidity, Domicile & Tax Treatment
Liquidity: Quoted bid/ask spread is 0.09% and average daily volume is 326K/day. Tighter spreads and higher volume mean lower round-trip trading costs; this is a live-market snapshot and can widen during volatile sessions. AUM of $14.3B provides ample scale, supporting tight spreads and issuer commitment to keep the fund open.
Domicile & tax treatment: DFAT is a US-domiciled, SEC-registered ('40 Act) exchange-traded fund. Dividends and capital gains distributions are reported to US investors on Form 1099-DIV, and the fund is not subject to the PFIC reporting or UCITS-specific rules that apply to Irish- or Luxembourg-domiciled funds. Non-US investors should note that US-domiciled ETFs are generally subject to 30% US withholding tax on dividends (unless reduced by treaty) and to US estate tax exposure on the position — Irish-domiciled UCITS ETFs tracking the same index often avoid both, which is why non-US residents frequently prefer the UCITS equivalent where one exists. This is general information, not tax advice — consult a tax professional for your situation.
DFAT Performance History
| Period | Return |
|---|---|
| 1-Day | -0.76% |
| 1-Week | +0.51% |
| 1-Month | +1.60% |
| 3-Month | +6.87% |
| 6-Month | +12.84% |
| YTD | +19.04% |
| 1-Year | +28.47% |
| 3-Year | +51.37% |
How DFAT Compares to Other US Small Cap ETFs
| Rank | Grade | Ticker | Name | 1-Year | Exp. Ratio | AUM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #58 | B |
IJR | iShares Core S&P Small-Cap ETF | +29.62% | 0.06% | $111B |
| #60 | B |
AVUV | Avantis US Small Cap Value ETF | +33.21% | 0.25% | $29.1B |
| #66 | B |
VBR | Vanguard Morningstar Small-Cap Value ETF | +23.44% | 0.05% | $67.8B |
| #67 | B |
IWN | iShares Russell 2000 Value ETF | +36.25% | 0.24% | $14.5B |
| #82 | B |
IWM | iShares Russell 2000 ETF | +30.09% | 0.19% | $83.0B |
| #92 | B |
VTWO | Vanguard Russell 2000 Index Fund ETF Shares | +30.33% | 0.06% | $18.6B |
| #94 | B |
SPSM | State Street SPDR Portfolio S&P 600 Small Cap ETF | +29.55% | 0.03% | $16.9B |
| #109 | B |
DFAT | Dimensional U.S. Targeted Value ETF | +28.47% | 0.28% | $14.3B |
| #116 | B |
VB | Vanguard Morningstar Small-Cap ETF | +20.86% | 0.03% | $189B |
| #117 | B |
SCHA | Schwab U.S. Small-Cap ETF | +26.53% | 0.03% | $24.2B |
| #119 | B |
IJS | iShares S&P Small-Cap 600 Value ETF | +32.95% | 0.18% | $8.02B |
| #122 | B |
DFSV | Dimensional US Small Cap Value ETF | +30.90% | 0.3% | $7.92B |
| #123 | B |
VIOO | Vanguard S&P Small-Cap 600 Index Fund ETF Shares | +29.66% | 0.07% | $6.41B |
| #127 | B |
SLYV | State Street SPDR S&P 600 Small Cap Value ETF | +33.06% | 0.15% | $4.83B |
| #156 | B |
IJT | iShares S&P Small-Cap 600 Growth ETF | +26.26% | 0.18% | $8.22B |
| #159 | B |
SLYG | State Street SPDR S&P 600 Small Cap Growth ETF | +26.40% | 0.15% | $5.20B |
| #210 | C |
IWO | iShares Russell 2000 Growth ETF | +24.35% | 0.24% | $15.4B |
| #273 | C |
VBK | Vanguard Morningstar Small-Cap Growth ETF | +17.24% | 0.05% | $47.0B |