Schwab Fundamental International Large Company Index ETF (FNDF)

international large-cap fundamental-weighted

Offers a twist on traditional international equity exposure. Unlike market-cap weighted indices, FNDF employs a fundamental indexing approach, selecting and weighting stocks based on factors such as sales, cash flow, and dividends. This strategy aims to avoid overweighting overvalued stocks and underweighting undervalued ones. FNDF provides broad exposure to large-cap stocks from developed markets outside the U.S., with a tilt towards value. For investors seeking a potentially more efficient international allocation, FNDF presents an intriguing alternative to conventional index funds, albeit with a higher expense ratio than some of its peers.