VAMOvsHYLSETF Comparison
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Cambria Value and Momentum ETF (VAMO) and First Trust Tactical High Yield ETF (HYLS) belong to the same industry segment: Alternatives. VAMO is less expensive with a Total Expense Ratio (TER) of 0.65%, versus 0.69% for HYLS. VAMO is up 5.13% year-to-date (YTD) with +$10M in YTD flows. HYLS performs worse with 1.01% YTD performance, and -$87M in YTD flows. Run a side-by-side ETF comparison of VAMO and HYLS below, and assess how they stack up in performance, liquidity, risk, exposure, holdings, and more, helping you select the best ETF for your investments.
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VAMO vs HYLS performance and flow charts
Performance
Cumulative Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of 10/16/2026
| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | VAMO HYLS | -2.12%-0.98% | -1.58%-1.59% | +5.13%+1.01% | +8.86%+1.86% | +41.78%+18.78% | +50.91%+8.68% |
| Flows | VAMO HYLS | +$2M+$6M | -$19M+$18M | +$10M-$87M | +$16M-$39M | +$4M+$172M | +$47M-$332M |
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | VAMO HYLS | +9.23%+3.39% | +10.58%+3.10% | +12.26%+3.56% | +13.94%+5.19% |
| Max drawdown | VAMO HYLS | -6.86%-3.27% | -6.86%-3.27% | -11.44%-3.27% | -16.84%-16.13% |
| Max drawdown duration | VAMO HYLS | 60d60d | 60d60d | 269d60d | 410d1066d |
Trading data
VAMO | HYLS | |
Last sale 10/16/2026 at 1:30 PM | $35.69 | $39.36 |
| Previous close 10/15/2026 | $35.62 | $39.56 |
| Consolidated volume 10/15/2026 | ||
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Main metrics
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VAMO | HYLS | |
|---|---|---|
| Last price | $35.69 | $39.36 |
| 1D performance | +0.20% | -0.51% |
| AuM | $86.53 M | $1.59 B |
| E/R | 0.65% | 0.69% |
Characteristics
VAMO | HYLS | |
|---|---|---|
| Management strategy | Active | Active |
| Provider | Cambria | First Trust |
| Benchmark | - | - |
| N° of holdings | - | - |
| Asset class | - | - |
| Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join | Join |
| Inception date | September 8, 2015 | February 25, 2013 |
| ESG | No | No |
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Data as of January 1, 1970
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Frequently asked questions about VAMO and HYLS
How have the VAMO and HYLS ETFs performed in 2026?
As of October 16, 2026, VAMO is up 5.13% year-to-date (YTD), while HYLS has returned 1.01%. That puts VAMO better performer ahead so far this year.
Which ETF is attracting more investor money: VAMO or HYLS?
Year-to-date, the VAMO ETF saw +$10M in flows, compared to -$87M for HYLS.
Which ETF is more volatile: VAMO or HYLS?
Over the past year, VAMO had a volatility of 10.58%, while HYLS experienced 3.1%.
Which ETF is bigger: VAMO or HYLS?
As of October 16, 2026, VAMO holds $86.53 M in assets under management (AUM), while HYLS manages $1.59 B.
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