Small Caps, Big Opportunities: Consider Value Amid Rally

Small-cap equities are winning out against their large-cap counterparts in a classic David versus Goliath ETF battle. After years of mega-cap technology dominance, small-cap equities have delivered investors a historic first half of 2026.

ETF Trends • Aug 17, 2026

DISV Is A Well-Built International Small-Cap Value ETF, But Better Alternatives Exist

Dimensional International Small Cap Value ETF offers attractive valuations and broad diversification in developed international markets. DISV has underperformed Avantis International Small Cap Value ETF recently, with weaker risk-adjusted returns and a slightly higher expense ratio. I assign a 'Hold' rating to DISV, citing relative underperformance and less compelling risk-return versus peers despite its evidence-based investment approach.

Seeking Alpha • Jul 3, 2026

Why Cheap International Stocks Are Sending Bigger Checks in June

The Dimensional International Small Cap Value ETF (NYSEARCA:DISV) sits in an unusual corner of the market: small foreign companies that trade cheaply and still send cash back to shareholders.

24/7 Wall Street • Jun 20, 2026

Dividend Safety Check: International Small-Cap Value ETFs (DISV, ISVL)

International small-cap value has become an interesting income corner of global equities, with two ETFs dominating: Avantis International Small Cap Value ETF (NYSEARCA:DISV) and the iShares International Developed Small Cap Value Factor ETF (NASDAQ:ISVL).

24/7 Wall Street • Jun 11, 2026

AVDV: Strong International Small Cap Value ETF, Significant Momentum, Above-Average Yield

AVDV is an active ETF investing in international small-cap value stocks. It has outperformed most benchmarks, including the S&P 500, these past twelve months, and for several years. Although not an income ETF, it sports a growing 3.0% dividend yield, quite a bit higher than average for an equity fund.

Seeking Alpha • Jan 11, 2026

Prepare for the January Effect With These 3 Small-Cap ETFs

Though investors do not universally agree on the existence of the January Effect, there is at least in theory a phenomenon in which small-cap stocks may rise at the start of the year after investors have sold off losing stocks late in the prior year to offset capital gains. When they then repurchase shares in January, the theory holds, these stocks may see a boost.

MarketBeat • Dec 26, 2025

Worried About AI Stocks? Look Abroad For Dividends and Value.

The recent pullback for big techs in the U.S. underscores the need for investors to focus more on international stocks and bonds.

Barrons • Nov 12, 2025

DISV: Benchmark-Beating International ETF

Dimensional International Small Cap Value ETF is an actively managed fund holding about 1,500 international small caps. DISV is diversified across sectors and holdings, with a focus on Japan. The fund has outperformed international benchmarks and the S&P 500 since its inception.

Seeking Alpha • Sep 9, 2025

This group of stocks should trounce the S&P 500, according to a veteran money manager

U.S. stocks are trading at high valuations relative to historical averages, pointing to a long period of weak performance.

Market Watch • Sep 4, 2025

The Disparity & Opportunity in Small-Cap ETFs

It's true that it's been a challenging year for U.S. small-cap ETFs. Using the iShares Russell 2000 ETF (IWM) as a benchmark for the category, we immediately see that 2025 has been marked by red ink.

ETF Trends • Jun 27, 2025