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Avantis International Small Cap Equity ETF(AVDS)
Advisory History & Simulated Performance *
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Stock price based on last close Advisory Performance History (Simulated)
Upturn Advisory & Investor View for AVDS
10/23/2026: AVDS (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
AVDS provides exposure to international small-cap equities in developed markets through a systematic, factor-based active management strategy. Its primary strengths include a cost-effective fee structure and a disciplined process that targets higher-quality, value-oriented companies. It is well-suited for long-term investors seeking to diversify their equity holdings away from US large-caps and traditional passive strategies. Key risks include the high inherent volatility of small-cap stocks and exposure to currency fluctuations. Investors should monitor the performance of value and small-cap factors relative to the broader market.
How to Read the Upturn Advisory
The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.
ETF holdings, costs, diversification, valuation, risks, and market conditions provide supporting context about the fund.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | While it seeks capital appreciation, the fund's value tilt may underperform in pure growth-led market rallies. |
| Momentum investor | Weak fit | The fund's systematic strategy is valuation-based rather than trend-following, making it a poor fit for pure momentum strategies. |
| Value investor | Strong fit | The fund explicitly incorporates a value factor in its security selection, making it well-suited for value-oriented portfolios. |
| Dividend/Income investor | Mixed fit | While holdings may pay dividends, the primary objective is capital appreciation rather than consistent income generation. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | Small-cap international equities inherently carry higher volatility and market risk compared to large-cap or domestic assets. |
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
The ideal investor is a long-term participant looking to add international small-cap exposure with a value and profitability tilt.
Suitability
Best suited for long-term investors building a diversified portfolio; not intended for active traders.
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Volatility | High | Small-cap stocks are subject to significant price swings, leading to higher portfolio volatility. |
| Market risk | Medium / high | The fund is susceptible to broad market downturns in developed international markets. |
| Concentration | Low | The fund maintains a highly diversified portfolio of hundreds of stocks, mitigating individual security risk. |
| Tracking/expense | Low | The expense ratio is competitive, though active management introduces the risk of tracking error against the benchmark. |
| Liquidity | Medium | Small-cap stocks can occasionally experience liquidity constraints during periods of market stress. |
| Business/sector quality | Medium | The systematic focus on profitability helps filter out lower-quality companies. |
Risk Analysis
Volatility
AVDS exhibits high historical volatility, consistent with the small-cap international asset class.
Market Risk
The fund is highly exposed to geopolitical risks and economic conditions within developed international markets.
What the ETF Owns
| Exposure Type | Exposure | Weight (%) | Retail Investor Read |
|---|---|---|---|
| Geography | Developed Markets (Ex-US) | 98 | This provides broad international diversification across developed nations, reducing reliance on the US economy. |
| Market capitalization | Small-Cap Stocks | 100 | Small-cap companies often offer higher growth potential but come with increased volatility compared to large-caps. |
| Cash/collateral | Cash and Cash Equivalents | 2 | A small cash buffer is maintained for liquidity management and daily operations. |
Price Behavior
Steady Uptrend
The stock demonstrates consistent and steady upward price momentum.
Very Smooth
The stock has followed a highly orderly price path with minimal short-term disruption.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type ETF | Historic Profit -0.46% | Avg. Invested days 54 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | ETF Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/23/2026 |
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