Avantis U.S. Small Cap Equity ETF

Frequently Asked Questions About AVSC

What does AVSC invest in?

The Avantis U.S. Small Cap Equity ETF allocates capital across a broad spectrum of smaller American companies, with security selection and weighting carefully guided by factors such as intrinsic value, earning potential, and capital investment strategies. While aiming to deliver advantages typically found in index-based investing—like extensive diversification, reduced trading activity, clear holdings, and tax efficiency—it further distinguishes itself by actively seeking to enhance value through investment decisions informed by current market prices. The fund employs an optimized management and trading process, engineered to boost investor returns while simultaneously striving to lower unnecessary risks and expenses. Ultimately, it is crafted for smooth integration into an investor's overall asset allocation strategy.

What is the expense ratio of AVSC?

Avantis U.S. Small Cap Equity ETF (AVSC) charges an expense ratio of 0.25%. This is the annual fee deducted from fund assets to cover management and operations.

How big is AVSC?

Avantis U.S. Small Cap Equity ETF (AVSC) manages $3.15B in total assets. AUM determines bid-ask liquidity and the fund's vulnerability to closure — funds below ~$50M are at higher risk of liquidation.

Is AVSC actively managed or an index fund?

AVSC is actively managed — the manager selects holdings rather than tracking an index. Active funds typically charge higher expense ratios than index funds (AVSC's is 0.25%) in exchange for the discretion to over- or under-weight positions.

When was AVSC launched?

Avantis U.S. Small Cap Equity ETF (AVSC) launched in January 2022 and is managed by Avantis.

How has AVSC performed?

AVSC's total return — price change plus reinvested distributions — is charted at the top of this page. Switch the price chart to Total Return and pick a 1-year, 3-year, 5-year, or 10-year window to read the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over each horizon.