DFA U.S. Micro Cap Portfolio Institutional Class (DFSCX)
| Fund Assets | 7.03B |
| Expense Ratio | 0.41% |
| Min. Investment | $0.00 |
| Turnover | 9.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.33 |
| Dividend Yield | 0.95% |
| Dividend Growth | 15.61% |
| Payout Frequency | Quarterly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Dec 15, 2025 |
| Previous Close | 33.86 |
| YTD Return | 8.91% |
| 1-Year Return | 18.68% |
| 5-Year Return | 56.80% |
| 52-Week Low | 22.93 |
| 52-Week High | 34.52 |
| Beta (5Y) | 1.00 |
| Holdings | 1738 |
| Inception Date | Dec 23, 1981 |
About DFSCX
DFA U.S. Micro Cap Portfolio Institutional Class is a mutual fund that targets long-term capital appreciation by investing in a broad and diverse group of U.S. micro-cap companies. Managed using a market capitalization weighted approach, the fund offers exposure to the smallest publicly traded firms across various sectors, emphasizing extensive diversification with over 1,700 holdings. By focusing on micro-cap stocks—typically representing the bottom tier of the U.S. equity market by value—the portfolio provides a unique window into companies that may be overlooked by larger funds, spanning industries such as financial services, industrials, consumer goods, and technology. The fund is recognized for its cost-efficient structure, featuring a relatively low expense ratio and a low turnover rate, reflecting a long-term, disciplined investment philosophy. Its broad diversification and systematic approach make it a significant instrument for institutional investors seeking to capture the return potential and distinct risk profile of the micro-cap segment within the U.S. market.
Performance
DFSCX had a total return of 18.68% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 17.32%.
Top 10 Holdings
20.80% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensional Holdings Inc. - DFA Short Term Investment Fund | n/a | 8.19% |
| The DFA Investment Trust Company - DFA Investment Trust Co. | n/a | 8.18% |
| State Street U.S. Government Money Market Portfolio | GVMXX | 1.05% |
| TTM Technologies, Inc. | TTMI | 0.64% |
| Argan, Inc. | AGX | 0.56% |
| Powell Industries, Inc. | POWL | 0.46% |
| United States Lime & Minerals, Inc. | USLM | 0.46% |
| ESCO Technologies Inc. | ESE | 0.46% |
| Enpro Inc. | NPO | 0.41% |
| Huron Consulting Group Inc. | HURN | 0.40% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 15, 2025 | $0.08925 | Dec 16, 2025 |
| Sep 29, 2025 | $0.08067 | Sep 30, 2025 |
| Jun 27, 2025 | $0.08283 | Jun 30, 2025 |
| Mar 28, 2025 | $0.0725 | Mar 31, 2025 |
| Dec 13, 2024 | $0.06732 | Dec 13, 2024 |
| Sep 27, 2024 | $0.07407 | Sep 30, 2024 |