DFA Short-Term Government I (DFFGX)
| Fund Assets | 1.81B |
| Expense Ratio | 0.17% |
| Min. Investment | $0.00 |
| Turnover | 63.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.37 |
| Dividend Yield | 3.77% |
| Dividend Growth | -12.92% |
| Payout Frequency | Quarterly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Jun 29, 2026 |
| Previous Close | 9.94 |
| YTD Return | 1.59% |
| 1-Year Return | 3.62% |
| 5-Year Return | 8.58% |
| 52-Week Low | 9.92 |
| 52-Week High | 10.04 |
| Beta (5Y) | 0.04 |
| Holdings | 27 |
| Inception Date | May 31, 1987 |
About DFFGX
DFA Short-Term Government Portfolio Institutional Class is a mutual fund focused on short-term U.S. government-backed securities. Its primary purpose is to provide investors with relatively stable returns by investing predominantly in obligations issued or guaranteed by the U.S. government and federal agencies, with maturities of five years or less. The portfolio is classified in the short government category, typically characterized by low credit risk, given the high credit quality of its holdings—the majority of assets are rated AA or equivalent by major agencies. The fund’s effective duration is notably low, highlighting its limited exposure to interest rate fluctuations and aligning it with the needs of investors seeking conservative capital preservation over the short term. Its portfolio consists mostly of U.S. Treasury notes, Treasury bills, and obligations of government-sponsored enterprises, such as the Federal Home Loan Banks. These features make the fund an important vehicle for institutions and investors seeking liquidity, safety, and a modest yield in a low-risk segment of the fixed income market. The fund’s operational efficiency is reinforced by its competitive expense ratio and consistent adherence to a disciplined investment process, contributing to its role as a defensive component within diversified portfolios.
Performance
DFFGX had a total return of 3.62% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 14.97%.
Top 10 Holdings
72.98% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| United States Treasury Notes 3.875% | T.3.875 10.15.27 | 9.22% |
| United States Treasury Notes 2.25% | T.2.25 11.15.27 | 9.22% |
| United States Treasury Notes 4% | T.4 12.15.27 | 8.74% |
| United States Treasury Notes 3.875% | T.3.875 11.30.27 | 8.28% |
| United States Treasury Notes 3.375% | T.3.375 09.15.27 | 8.03% |
| United States Treasury Notes 4.25% | T.4.25 01.15.28 | 7.68% |
| United States Treasury Notes 3.375% | T.3.375 12.31.27 | 7.67% |
| United States Treasury Notes 3.5% | T.3.5 01.31.28 | 5.96% |
| United States Treasury Notes 0.375% | T.0.375 09.30.27 | 4.20% |
| United States Treasury Notes 1.25% | T.1.25 03.31.28 | 3.98% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 29, 2026 | $0.09025 | Jun 30, 2026 |
| Mar 30, 2026 | $0.07637 | Mar 31, 2026 |
| Dec 15, 2025 | $0.10358 | Dec 16, 2025 |
| Sep 29, 2025 | $0.10446 | Sep 30, 2025 |
| Jun 27, 2025 | $0.09984 | Jun 30, 2025 |
| Mar 28, 2025 | $0.08846 | Mar 31, 2025 |