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DFSD ETF · Dimensional Short Duration Fixed Income ETF
The DFSD Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) is provided by Dimensional. This fund is actively managed; it does not track an index. This share class generates a stream of income by distributing dividends.
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This fund is part ofIntl IG Bonds1M perf.-0.36%
Last price
$48.01
1M perf.
-0.44%
1M flows
+€119M
AuM
€5.55B
E/R
0.17%
Rating
Not rated
ESG Consensus®
DFSD
$48.01
Performance & flows
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January 7, 2026 → April 7, 2026
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DFSD
$47.87
+0.06%
Intl IG Bonds
-0.37%
Historic performance and flows
| 1M | 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | MTD | QTD | YTD | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -0.44%  | +0.06%  | +5.15% | +16.75%  | N/A | +0.15% | +0.15% | +0.25% | |
| Flows |
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Main characteristics
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NAV
4/7/2026
$47.89
1D NAV change
+0.06%
Dividend policy
No. of holdings
1381
Inception date
11/15/2021
Jurisdiction
United States
Distribution
United States
Legal structure
Open-end Investment Company
Base currency
USD
Dividend distribution
Trailing 12-month distr. yield
Distribution frequency
Last distribution
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Classification
Investment strategy
The investment objective of the Dimensional Short-Duration Fixed Income ETF (the "Short-Duration Fixed Income ETF" or "Portfolio") is to maximize total returns from the universe of fixed income securities in which the Portfolio invests. Total return is comprised of income and capital appreciation.
Tax optimisation
PEA
France
UK Reporting Status
United Kingdom
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Risk profile
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Historical risk/return profile
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Returns | +0.06% | +5.15% | +16.75% | N/A |
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Synthetic Risk and Reward Indicator (SRRI)
UCITS
N/A
PRIIPS
N/A
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Exposure
Countries
USA
53.89%
Canada
5.41%
United Kingdom
3.36%
Australia
3.34%
France
3.10%
Germany
2.56%
Japan
2.10%
New Zealand
1.94%
Unavailable
15.19%
Other
9.10%
Sectors
Banks
20.43%
Real estate investment and services
5.22%
Sovereign
5.06%
Insurance and reinsurance
4.36%
Financial markets
3.85%
Pharmaceutical preparation and biotechnology
3.41%
Oil and gas extraction and refining
3.12%
Other financial institutions
2.93%
Unavailable
24.56%
Other
27.05%
Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 1381
Top 15 holdings
Data as of February 28, 2026
New Zealand, NZGB 4.5% 15may2030, NZD
USA, Notes 4.625% 30sep2028, USD (AD-2028)
Johnson&Johnson, 4.8% 1jun2029, USD
US50047JAV08
Aker BP, 3.75% 15jan2030, USD
Meta Platforms, 4.3% 15aug2029, USD
US037833EZ91
Belgium, OLO 0.9% 22jun2029, EUR (OLO87)
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IFC, FRN 28aug2028, USD (2673)
USA, Notes 4.375% 30nov2028, USD (AG-2028)
American National Group (IA), 5.75% 1oct2029, USD
Brunswick Corp., 5.85% 18mar2029, USD
CDP Financial, 4.875% 5jun2029, USD (20)
USA, Notes 3.75% 31dec2028, USD (AH-2028)
USA, Notes 4.5% 31may2029, USD (Z-2029)
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Sustainability
Integrates ESG criteria
No
SDG
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Issuer
Dimensional
Dimensional ID Card
Number of funds
52
Total AuM
€226.81B
Expense ratio range
0.09% - 0.648%
Average expense ratio
0.2833%
Top 5 funds by Dimensional
| AuM | ||
|---|---|---|
DFAC | Dimensional U.S. Core Equity 2 ETF | €35.58B |
DFIV | DIMENSIONAL International Value ETF | €15.77B |
DFUS | Dimensional US Equity ETF | €15.59B |
DFAI | Dimensional International Core Equity Market ETF | €12.78B |
DFUV | Dimensional US Marketwide Value ETF | €11.67B |
Frequently asked questions about DFSD
What does Dimensional Short Duration Fixed Income ETF, DFSD, invest in?
DFSD is a Active ETF. This ETF provides exposure to Investment Grade Aggregate Bonds.
What is the Total Expense ratio (TER) of DFSD?
DFSD carries a total expense ratio (TER) of 0.17%, indicating the annual cost for holding the fund.
When was DFSD launched?
DFSD was introduced to the market on November 15, 2021. It trades on United States
Who is the ETF issuer of DFSD?
Dimensional Short Duration Fixed Income ETF, DFSD, is provided by Dimensional. Learn more about Dimensional here.
What is the current assets under management (AUM) of DFSD?
DFSD oversees €5.55B in assets as of April 7, 2026.
How has DFSD performed lately?
Based on data from April 7, 2026, DFSD returned -0.44% over the past month, 0.06% over the last three months and 0.25% year-to-date.
What are the latest inflows or outflows for DFSD?
As of April 7, 2026, DFSD recorded net flows of +€120M over the last month and +€472M year-to-date.
Does DFSD distribute dividends?
DFSD follows a distributing dividend policy, meaning it pays out income to investors. As of April 7, 2026, its 12-month trailing yield was 3.94%.
What are the main country or region exposures of DFSD?
As of February 28, 2026, DFSD has significant geographic allocations in USA, Canada and United Kingdom.
In which sector or theme does DFSD invest in?
As of February 28, 2026, DFSD focuses largely on Banks, Real estate investment and services and Sovereign.
How many securities does DFSD hold and how diversified is it?
As of February 28, 2026, DFSD holds 1381 positions in its portfolio, with 8.21% of assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the main positions in DFSD?
As of February 28, 2026, DFSD top three holdings include New Zealand, NZGB 4.5% 15may2030, NZD, USA, Notes 4.625% 30sep2028, USD (AD-2028) and Johnson&Johnson, 4.8% 1jun2029, USD.
What is the base currency of DFSD?
The base currency of DFSD is USD.
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