Avantis U.S. Small Cap Value ETF Returns Calculator
Calculate historical returns and project future compounding for Avantis U.S. Small Cap Value (AVUV). Test different monthly amounts, tenures, and step-up scenarios using real historical NAV performance.
Category
Small Value (US)
AUM
$31.17 Billion
Expense Ratio
0.25%
Fund Manager
Avantis Investors (American Century)
Avantis U.S. Small Cap Value (AVUV) Historical SIP Performance & Returns Table
Historical value of standard monthly SIP investments based on actual fund CAGRs.
| Monthly SIP | 3 Years @ 16.9% CAGR | 5 Years @ 11.3% CAGR | 10 Years @ 2019.0% CAGR |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100/mo | $4,714 Invested: $3,600 | $8,102 Invested: $6,000 | $423,986,798,444,749,400,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000 Invested: $12,000 |
| $250/mo | $11,785 Invested: $9,000 | $20,256 Invested: $15,000 | $1,059,966,996,111,873,400,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000 Invested: $30,000 |
| $500/mo | $23,570 Invested: $18,000 | $40,511 Invested: $30,000 | $2,119,933,992,223,747,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000 Invested: $60,000 |
| $1,000/mo | $47,139 Invested: $36,000 | $81,022 Invested: $60,000 | $4,239,867,984,447,494,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000 Invested: $120,000 |
| $2,500/mo | $117,848 Invested: $90,000 | $202,555 Invested: $150,000 | $10,599,669,961,118,736,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000 Invested: $300,000 |
* Projections calculated using actual historical 3-year (16.92%), 5-year (11.35%), and 10-year (2019%) performance data. Actual mutual fund returns fluctuate with market NAV.
About Avantis U.S. Small Cap Value ETF
Avantis U.S. Small Cap Value ETF (AVUV) is widely regarded as the gold standard in small-cap factor investing, managing over $16.2 Billion in assets. AVUV systematically targets small-cap US companies with low relative valuations and high cash profitability.
Investment Strategy
Systematic Factor Strategy â Identifies small-cap domestic companies with deep value characteristics (low price-to-book, price-to-cash-flow) and strong operating profitability, systematically screening out speculative and distressed small-cap issues.
Key Facts
- World's most popular actively managed systematic small-cap value ETF
- Over $16.2 Billion in assets under management
- Screens for both deep value and high operating profitability
- Competitive 0.25% expense ratio for specialized factor execution
Historical Returns
3-Year CAGR
16.92%
5-Year CAGR
11.35%
10-Year CAGR
N/A (Inception 2019)
Benchmark
Russell 2000 Value Index
Historical annualized returns as of August 2026. Small-cap value investing involves factor volatility.
Top Holdings & Sector Allocation
As of September 2026, Avantis U.S. Small Cap Value (AVUV)'s portfolio includes:
Top 5 Holdings
- Applied Industrial Technologies (AIT)
- Mueller Industries (MLI)
- Comfort Systems USA (FIX)
- Boise Cascade Co. (BCC)
- Sprouts Farmers Market (SFM)
Sector Allocation
Financials 28.5%, Industrials 21.4%, Consumer Discretionary 16.8%, Energy 12.5%, Information Technology 7.2%, Others 13.6%
Risk & Drawdowns
Standard deviation is ~20.2% reflecting small-cap value factor beta.
Experienced -42% drawdown in early 2020 before delivering explosive multi-year recovery gains.
Tax Treatment
ETF structure ensures high tax efficiency with zero capital gains distributions.
Who Should NOT Invest in Avantis U.S. Small Cap Value (AVUV)?
Short-term traders or risk-averse savers who cannot stomach sharp market volatility.
About the Fund Manager
Managed by Eduardo Repetto and the Avantis quantitative portfolio team.
Who Is This Fund Suitable For?
Ideal for long-term factor investors seeking to maximize exposure to the historically highest-returning asset class in financial history (Small-Cap Value).
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Frequently Asked Questions About Avantis U.S. Small Cap Value (AVUV)
What is the historical SIP return of Avantis U.S. Small Cap Value (AVUV)?
Based on the latest data, Avantis U.S. Small Cap Value (AVUV) has delivered an annualized return (CAGR) of 16.92% over 3 years, 11.35% over 5 years, and N/A (Inception 2019) over 10 years. Experienced -42% drawdown in early 2020 before delivering explosive multi-year recovery gains.
How is Avantis U.S. Small Cap Value (AVUV) SIP return calculated?
SIP returns are calculated using the XIRR (Extended Internal Rate of Return) method. Each monthly installment buys units at the fund's Net Asset Value (NAV) on that specific day. When markets are down, your SIP buys more units, and when markets are up, it buys fewer units (rupee cost averaging). Our calculator replays this exact process using historical NAV data to compute the precise current value of your accumulated units.
How much return would $500 monthly SIP in Avantis U.S. Small Cap Value (AVUV) generate over 5 years?
At an estimated annual return rate of 11.35%, a monthly $500 investment ($30,000 total invested) would grow to approximately $40,511 in 5 years, yielding an estimated wealth gain of $10,511. Use our interactive calculator above to test custom amounts with actual historical NAV data.
What are the top holdings in Avantis U.S. Small Cap Value (AVUV)?
Avantis U.S. Small Cap Value (AVUV)'s top holdings include Applied Industrial Technologies (AIT), Mueller Industries (MLI), Comfort Systems USA (FIX), and Boise Cascade Co. (BCC). The fund's sector allocation is Financials 28.5%, Industrials 21.4%, Consumer Discretionary 16.8%, Energy 12.5%, Information Technology 7.2%, Others 13.6%.
What is the risk profile of Avantis U.S. Small Cap Value (AVUV)?
Standard deviation is ~20.2% reflecting small-cap value factor beta. This fund may not be suitable for short-term traders or risk-averse savers who cannot stomach sharp market volatility..
What are the tax implications of investing in Avantis U.S. Small Cap Value (AVUV)?
ETF structure ensures high tax efficiency with zero capital gains distributions.
Data last updated: September 2026 | Fund data sourced from SEC filings and public exchanges
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