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Alpha Architect U.S. Quantitative Value ETF
QVAL performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of September 16, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | -0.94% | +6.98% | +24.20% | +31.53% | +67.67% | +85.83% |
| Flows | +$9M | +$42M | +$66M | +$85M | +$40M | +$182M |
Characteristics
This fund is actively managed; it does not track an index. This share class generates a stream of income by distributing dividends.
| Management strategy | Active |
| Strategy | Long Only |
| Provider | Alpha Architect |
| N° of holdings | 0 |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | October 22, 2014 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of January 1, 1970
Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +12.50% | +14.00% | +17.24% | +21.56% |
Max drawdown | -3.87% | -5.94% | -21.39% | -27.03% |
Max drawdown duration | 21d | 56d | 302d | 653d |
Time to recover | N/A | 20d | 176d | 340d |
What type of ETF is QVAL?
QVAL is a Active ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by Alpha Architect.
What does QVAL invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Other US Equities. It is part of the segment: US Multi-Factor.
What is the expense ratio of QVAL?
The total expense ratio (TER) of QVAL is 0.28%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was QVAL launched?
QVAL was launched on October 22, 2014, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of QVAL?
QVAL is issued by Alpha Architect.
What is the AUM of QVAL?
As of September 16, 2026, QVAL manages $616.85 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has QVAL performed recently?
As of September 16, 2026, QVAL delivered a return of -0.94% over the past month (1M performance), 6.98% over the past three months (3M), and 24.2% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for QVAL?
As of September 16, 2026, QVAL has seen net flows of +$9M in the past month (1M flow) and +$66M year-to-date (YTD).
Does QVAL pay dividends?
As of September 16, 2026, QVAL has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 1.06%.
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