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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 July 30, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | +6.01% | +8.33% | +21.53% | +37.36% | +67.43% | +84.60% |
| Flows | +$25M | +$35M | +$52M | +$74M | +$141M | +$172M |
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 | 49 |
| 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 June 30, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 49
Top 15 Holdings
Sectors
Countries
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Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +13.70% | +14.41% | +17.26% | +21.59% |
Max drawdown | -3.41% | -5.94% | -21.39% | -27.03% |
Max drawdown duration | 15d | 56d | 302d | 653d |
Time to recover | 7d | 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 July 30, 2026, QVAL manages $589.47 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has QVAL performed recently?
As of July 30, 2026, QVAL delivered a return of 6.01% over the past month (1M performance), 8.33% over the past three months (3M), and 21.53% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for QVAL?
As of July 30, 2026, QVAL has seen net flows of +$25M in the past month (1M flow) and +$52M year-to-date (YTD).
Does QVAL pay dividends?
As of July 30, 2026, QVAL has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 1.41%.
How many holdings are in QVAL
As of June 30, 2026, QVAL holds 49 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is QVAL?
As of June 30, 2026, QVAL holds 49 securities, with 30.19% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of QVAL?
As of June 30, 2026, QVAL holds a portfolio of 49 underlyings, with its largest positions including Tenet Healthcare Corp., Zoom Communications, Inc. and Brinker International, Inc.. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does QVAL invest in?
As of June 30, 2026, QVAL has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does QVAL focus on?
As of June 30, 2026, QVAL is primarily exposed to Energy, Healthcare and Industrials.
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