Schwab Fundamental International Large Company Index ETF

The Schwab Fundamental International Large Company Index ETF, which goes by the ticker symbol FNDF, offers exposure to Intrinsically valued non-U.S. large-cap company stocks through a methodology known as fundamental indexing as opposed to market-capitalization weighting. The index takes into account three factors: sales, cash flow, and dividends plus buybacks. The objective is to provide a comprehensive view of a firm's financial strength.

This specific ETF seeks to replicate as closely as possible, before fees and expenses, the performance of the Russell RAFI™ Developed ex-US Large Company Index. For investors looking for broad exposure to international companies while sidestepping some limitations imposed by traditional passive investing strategies predicated on market capitalization weighting, FNDF may be a suitable option. It is designed for those who prefer a focus on inherent economic value rather than simply size and can serve as part of a diversified portfolio's core. Do remember that this content does not serve as investment advice and investors should conduct their due diligence or consult investment advisors before making any investment decisions. Potential purchasers can buy shares of the ETF just like any other publicly traded exchange-traded funds. Overall, FNDF presents an alternative method for gaining exposure to international large-cap stocks choosing instead to weight companies according to certain fundamental economic metrics.