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Dimensional California Municipal Bond ETF
DFCA performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of August 31, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -0.14% | -0.81% | +0.13% | +2.87% | +7.81% | |
| Flows | +$19M | +$47M | +$133M | +$239M | +$560M | - |
Characteristics
This fund is actively managed; it does not track an index. This share class generates a stream of income by distributing dividends.
| Management strategy | Active |
| Strategy | Long Only |
| Provider | Dimensional |
| N° of holdings | 505 |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | June 27, 2023 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of July 31, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 505
Top 15 Holdings
Sectors
Countries
Maturity
Credit rating
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Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +1.62% | +1.54% | +2.27% | |
Max drawdown | -1.32% | -1.73% | -3.58% | |
Max drawdown duration | 56d | 183d | 270d | N/A |
Time to recover | N/A | N/A | 150d | N/A |
What type of ETF is DFCA?
DFCA is a Active ETF that provides exposure to Fixed Income assets. It is managed by Dimensional.
What does DFCA invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to US Investment Grade Municipal Bonds. It is part of the segment: Municipal Bonds.
What is the expense ratio of DFCA?
The total expense ratio (TER) of DFCA is 0.19%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was DFCA launched?
DFCA was launched on June 27, 2023, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of DFCA?
DFCA is issued by Dimensional.
What is the AUM of DFCA?
As of August 31, 2026, DFCA manages $722.96 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has DFCA performed recently?
As of August 31, 2026, DFCA delivered a return of -0.14% over the past month (1M performance), -0.81% over the past three months (3M), and 0.13% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for DFCA?
As of August 31, 2026, DFCA has seen net flows of +$19M in the past month (1M flow) and +$133M year-to-date (YTD).
Does DFCA pay dividends?
As of August 31, 2026, DFCA has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 2.76%.
How many holdings are in DFCA
As of July 31, 2026, DFCA holds 505 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is DFCA?
As of July 31, 2026, DFCA holds 505 securities, with 13.43% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of DFCA?
As of July 31, 2026, DFCA holds a portfolio of 505 underlyings, with its largest positions including California, 5% 1apr2035, USD, US769110DA28 and US797661G257. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does DFCA invest in?
As of July 31, 2026, DFCA has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does DFCA focus on?
As of July 31, 2026, DFCA is primarily exposed to Municipal.
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