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AVDS
+5.04 · +7.21%
$74.96 · NYSE ARCA

Avantis International Small Cap Equity ETF (AVDS) ETF Analysis | Foreign Small/Mid Blend

Avantis Investors · USA
AUM:$282.1M
#– of – in Foreign Small/Mid Blend ETFs

Educational tool only – Figures are based on historical data, holdings and expense metrics for informational purposes. This is not financial advice or a recommendation to buy or sell any security. Always conduct your own research or consult a qualified financial adviser.

Market Performance

Up 39.3% over the past year, reflecting strong price momentum.

Cost Efficiency

Ongoing charge of 0.30% — competitive for the exposure provided.

What is AVDS?

The fund invests primarily in a diverse group of non-U. small cap companies across market sectors, industry groups, and countries.

Performance Highlights

Returns (%)
Top Sectors (%)

Investment Breakdown

Strong Recent Performance
AVDS delivered 39.3% over the past year. Historical returns only — past performance is not indicative of future results.
Competitive Expense Ratio
Expense ratio of 0.30% — reasonable for the index exposure provided.
Broadly Diversified
Top 10 holdings represent just 3.6% of the ETF — exposure spread across many positions.
ETF Information
AUM$282.1M
Expense Ratio0.30%
Dividend Yield2.35%
Holdings50
Inception DateJul 2023
Domicile–
Distribution–
Index–
ProviderAvantis Investors
Beta–
CategoryForeign Small/Mid Blend
CurrencyUSD
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Performance Metrics

Historical returns

6M
+1.5%
1Y
+24.0%
3Y
+76.3%
5Y
+70.9%
OpenBook InsightIf you had invested £10,000 in AVDS 5 years ago, it would have grown to £17,094 — a gain of £7,094.

Annual Returns

Calendar year performance

AVDS delivered positive returns in 4 of the last 4 calendar years.
YearAVDS
2026 YTD+14.6%
2025+38.3%
2024+4.6%
2023+3.8%
CAGR 3yr+14.5%
4/4 positive yearsAvg return: +15.3%Worst year: +3.8% (2023)

Technical Analysis Summary

Automated insights from historical price action and indicators

Technical Regime: POSITIVE
Trend Strength
100%
Positive
Volatility
13.3%
Low
Momentum
+8.0%
30-day change
Support Level
76.87
Key floor
Key Insights
  • Price is currently trading above all key moving averages.
  • Low volatility environment with a narrower recent trading range.
  • Monitor key support and resistance levels as part of broader risk assessment.
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