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DFAX

DIMENSIONAL World ex US Core Equity 2 ETF

The Dimensional World ex US Core Equity 2 ETF (DFAX), is a type of exchange-traded fund or ETF. It is an actively managed ETF. This means it does not aim to mirror the composition and performance of an index, rather it attempts to outperform it.

The DFAX ETF encompasses a broad exposure to global equities, specifically targeting markets outside the United States. Its portfolio includes a variety of sectors such as financials, consumer discretionary, industrials and technology, offering a vast diversity of market capitalizations within emerging and developed markets. This wide-ranging investment scope thus makes DFAX interesting for investors looking for international diversification.

As part of its strategies, the fund may invest in depositary receipts which may be listed or traded outside the issuer’s domicile country. These can include American Depositary Receipts (ADRs) and Global Depositary Receipts (GDRs). Moreover, like other ETFs, DFAX may employ derivatives in managing the Fund's portfolio or hedging potential risks.

Notably, the Dimensional World ex US Core Equity 2 ETF is issued by Dimensional Fund Advisors LP, an investment firm.

In summary, DFAX allows investors an opportunity to gain broad international equity exposure excluding investments in U.S.- based companies.

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$37.41
+$0.69 (+1.88%) yesterday
1:30 PM 08/04/26 Closed
1D price range
$37.01$37.48
52W price range
$29.31$37.95
YTD Perf.
+13.32%
YTD Flows
Annualized volatility
Fund AuM
€10.43B
Share class AuM
€10.43B
TTM Yield
Tracking Error
Tracking Difference
ISIN
US25434V8809
TER
0.28%
Inception date
9/13/2021
Dividend policy
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PerformanceDec 31, 2025 - Jul 31, 2026
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Flows
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Data as of 06/30/26
Finance
21.31%
Technology
19.73%
Industrials
13.97%
Non-Energy Materials
12.14%
Consumer Non-Cyclicals
6.86%
Consumer Cyclicals
6.05%
Energy
5.75%
Healthcare
5.58%
Utilities
2.79%
Unavailable
0.39%
Other
5.43%
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FAQ about DFAX

DFAX is a Active ETF. This ETF provides exposure to Other Global ex-US Equities.
DFAX carries a total expense ratio (TER) of 0.28%, indicating the annual cost for holding the fund.
DFAX was introduced to the market on September 13, 2021. It trades on United States
DIMENSIONAL World ex US Core Equity 2 ETF, DFAX, is provided by Dimensional. Learn more about Dimensional here.
DFAX oversees €10.43B in assets as of July 31, 2026.
DFAX follows a distributing dividend policy, meaning it pays out income to investors. As of July 31, 2026, its 12-month trailing yield was 2.34%.
As of June 30, 2026, DFAX has significant geographic allocations in Japan, Taiwan and Canada.
As of June 30, 2026, DFAX focuses largely on Finance, Technology and Industrials.
As of June 30, 2026, DFAX holds 10430 positions in its portfolio, with 10.84% of assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
As of June 30, 2026, DFAX top three holdings include Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co., Ltd., Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. and SK hynix, Inc..
The base currency of DFAX is USD.
Data as of 06/30/26
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co., Ltd.
1.69%
Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
1.54%
SK hynix, Inc.
1.15%
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co., Ltd.
1.14%
ASML Holding NV
0.73%
Novartis AG
0.69%
Royal Bank of Canada
0.61%
TotalEnergies SE
0.50%
Fujikura Ltd.
0.46%
Tencent Holdings Ltd.
0.44%

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