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American Century U.S. Quality Value ETF
VALQ performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of October 30, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | +4.49% | +4.32% | +11.31% | +15.14% | +63.09% | +58.57% |
| Flows | -$144M | -$148M | -$120M | -$106M | -$111M | -$113M |
Characteristics
The American Century U.S. Quality Value ETF is built to track the American Century U.S. Quality Value Index - USD. This ETF provides physical exposure - by owning its shares you earn the return of the securities composing the index (as the ETF holds them directly). This share class generates a stream of income by distributing dividends.
| Management strategy | Passive |
| Strategy | Long Only |
| Provider | American Century Investments |
| N° of holdings | 224 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equity |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | January 11, 2018 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of September 30, 2026Diversification
Total weight of top 15 holdings out of 224
Top 15 Holdings
Sectors
Countries
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Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +10.27% | +11.15% | +12.64% | +14.62% |
Max drawdown | -4.17% | -7.81% | -15.63% | -20.20% |
Max drawdown duration | 48d | 108d | 174d | 589d |
Time to recover | 22d | 64d | 127d | 427d |
Replication quality
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1 year cumulative return difference | |
|---|---|
| Best | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
| daily return difference | |
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| Average | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
What type of ETF is VALQ?
VALQ is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by American Century Investments.
What index does VALQ track?
VALQ tracks the American Century U.S. Quality Value Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does VALQ invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Other Large and Mid-Cap US Equities. It is part of the segment: US Multi-Factor.
What is the expense ratio of VALQ?
The total expense ratio (TER) of VALQ is 0.29%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was VALQ launched?
VALQ was launched on January 11, 2018, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of VALQ?
VALQ is issued by American Century Investments.
What is the AUM of VALQ?
As of October 30, 2026, VALQ manages $194.27 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has VALQ performed recently?
As of October 30, 2026, VALQ delivered a return of 4.49% over the past month (1M performance), 4.32% over the past three months (3M), and 11.31% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for VALQ?
As of October 30, 2026, VALQ has seen net flows of -$144M in the past month (1M flow) and -$120M year-to-date (YTD).
Does VALQ pay dividends?
As of October 30, 2026, VALQ has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 1.67%.
How many holdings are in VALQ
As of September 30, 2026, VALQ holds 224 securities in its portfolio. This level of diversification can influence the fund’s risk profile and exposure to individual assets.
How diversified is VALQ?
As of September 30, 2026, VALQ holds 224 securities, with 32.38% of its assets concentrated in its top 15 holdings.
What are the top holdings of VALQ?
As of September 30, 2026, VALQ holds a portfolio of 224 underlyings, with its largest positions including Merck & Co., Inc., Bristol Myers Squibb Co. and UnitedHealth Group, Inc.. These top holdings play a significant role in shaping the fund’s performance and exposure.
What countries or regions does VALQ invest in?
As of September 30, 2026, VALQ has its largest geographic exposures in USA.
What sectors or themes does VALQ focus on?
As of September 30, 2026, VALQ is primarily exposed to Technology, Healthcare and Consumer Non-Cyclicals.
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