The Alpha Architect U.S. Quantitative Value ETF employs a deep value strategy, focusing on fundamentally undervalued U.S. equities, with a concentrated portfolio of 50 holdings. QVAL trades at a significant discount to the Russell 1000 Index, with a forward P/E of 10.8, reflecting a 47.6% discount. Given the macroeconomic uncertainties, QVAL's high volatility makes it less appealing for risk-sensitive investors, despite its attractive valuation and earnings profile.
Alpha Architect U.S. Quantitative Value ETF has delivered strong returns compared to overall stock market indexes, thriving in a challenging environment for value investing. QVAL's rules-based methodology offers an investment with significantly lower valuation metrics than peer group of value ETFs, providing diversification through sector allocation. Despite some volatility, QVAL has outperformed the market in one and three-year timeframes, making it a valuable addition to portfolios seeking stable returns.
| Name | Quantity | Cost | Value | Profit ($) | Gain (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LJB Laura J. Bornheimer GWN SECURITIES Inc. | 6,642 | $296,061.2 | $375,837.57 | $79,776.37 | 26.95% |
Keith Dubauskas One Plus One Wealth Management LLC | 64,813 | $2.56M | $3.71M | $1.15M | 44.86% |
| XPN XY Planning Network Inc. XY Planning Network Inc. | 24,845 | $1.09M | $1.41M | $315,128.77 | 28.82% |
| WB William Bromley Innova Wealth Partners | 20,957 | $1.04M | $1.19M | $144,513.75 | 13.85% |
Adam K. Wright Kathleen S. Wright Associates Inc. | 105,374 | $3.94M | $5.97M | $2.03M | 51.5% |
| NASDAQ (NMS) Exchange | US Country |
The Sub-Adviser is a specialized investment firm utilizing a detailed, quantitative, and rules-based methodology to pinpoint a range of 50 to 200 undervalued U.S. equity securities poised for capital growth. A security is deemed undervalued if its market price falls below what the Sub-Adviser calculates as its true worth, considering all company-related factors. This approach is designed to surface investments that, in the view of the Sub-Adviser, are priced less than their potential market value, providing a pathway to capital appreciation for investors.
The primary product offered involves the creation and management of a diversified portfolio comprising 50 to 200 undervalued U.S. equity securities. This portfolio is constructed following a multi-step, quantitative, and rules-based methodology. The process is designed to identify equities that are trading below their estimated worth based on a comprehensive analysis of the company's financial health and market position. By investing in these undervalued assets, the fund aims to achieve capital appreciation over time.
As a measure of managing risk and liquidity, the fund may allocate up to 20% of its assets in cash and cash equivalents. This strategy allows for flexibility in responding to market volatility and securing capital preservation during uncertain economic times. Cash equivalents include short-term, high-credit-quality investments that are highly liquid and easily convertible into a known cash amount.
In addition to direct equity investments and cash holdings, the fund has the discretion to invest a portion of its assets in other investment companies. This can include mutual funds, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), and other pooled investment vehicles. The goal of such investments is to diversify the fund's holdings and gain exposure to a broader range of assets, sectors, or geographical regions that the fund might not be able to access directly.
Fulfilling its comprehensive investment approach, the fund may also deploy capital into various other securities and instruments. This could encompass fixed-income securities, derivatives, and other financial instruments, offering additional layers of diversification and avenues for potential returns. The selection of these instruments is guided by the same quantitative and rules-based methodology, ensuring they align with the fund's objective of capital appreciation through undervalued investments.