Growth of $10,000 in DFAI
Dimensional International Core Equity Market ETF · Dimensional
A $10,000 investment compounding at DFAI’s trailing 5-year annualized total return of 10.7% would reach $76,929 in 20 years. The table shows every combination of averaging period and horizon; returns include dividends and are net of the fund's 0.18% expense ratio. Past performance does not predict future results.
Projection table
| Horizon | At 3-year avg (19.3%) | At 5-year avg (10.7%) |
|---|---|---|
| 5 years | $24,156 | $16,654 |
| 10 years | $58,350 | $27,736 |
| 15 years | $140,949 | $46,192 |
| 20 years | $340,472 | $76,929 |
| 25 years | $822,434 | $128,119 |
| 30 years | $1,986,649 | $213,371 |
Annualized total returns as of Aug 7, 2026, dividends reinvested. A constant rate is an illustration of compounding — real markets are far bumpier.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What would $10,000 in DFAI be worth in 10 years?
Compounding at its trailing 5-year annualized return of 10.7%, $10,000 in DFAI would grow to about $27,736 in 10 years and $76,929 in 20 years. Real returns arrive unevenly, so treat this as an illustration of compounding, not a forecast.
What is DFAI's average annual return?
As of Aug 7, 2026, DFAI's annualized total returns were 19.3% over 3 years, 10.7% over 5 years — dividends reinvested, net of its 0.18% expense ratio.