Foreign Small/Mid Cap Stocks ETFs

This asset class extends international diversification into smaller and mid-sized companies listed in developed markets abroad. These ETFs capture local champions that are often underrepresented in broad indexes and can enhance portfolio growth through regional specializations.

Name YTD Return 1Yr AR 3Yr AR 5Yr AR 10Yr AR 15Yr AR 20Yr AR Common Inception
SCZ (iShares MSCI EAFE Small-Cap ETF) 10.52% 24.38% 16.72% 5.21% 8.13% 7.52% NA
GWX (SPDR S&P International Small Cap ETF) 12.82% 31.16% 17.59% 5.81% 7.61% 6.54% NA
DLS (WisdomTree International SmallCap Dividend Fund) 7.18% 22.30% 17.75% 6.66% 7.50% 7.19% NA
DIM (WisdomTree International MidCap Dividend Fund) 7.71% 20.78% 18.33% 8.19% 7.91% 6.68% NA
DFIS (Dimensional International Small Cap ETF) 11.25% 28.32% 19.89% NA NA NA NA
DISV (Dimensional International Small Cap Value ETF) 12.12% 35.19% 25.09% NA NA NA NA
Data as of 06/04/2026, Common starting date is 03/24/2022

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