Frequently Asked Questions About AAEQ

What does AAEQ invest in?

AAEQ is the second broad U.S. equity fund offered by this issuer. Both it and its predecessor were established through a 351 exchange, a mechanism that permits initial investors to convert their taxable assets into shares of this wide-ranging U.S. stock fund. The portfolio may comprise individual equities or exchange-traded funds, employing diverse strategies such as hedging, buffering, long/short positions, or options. A distinctive secondary strategy involves systematic dividend timing: the fund may divest holdings expected to pay dividends before their record date. The purpose of this maneuver is to exploit pricing discrepancies and potentially lower tax liabilities, though it could lead to reduced yield and higher trading expenses. Options contracts might be employed to supplement equity exposure for enhanced efficiency. The investment universe for the fund is re-evaluated annually, and an active trading approach may lead to elevated transaction costs.

What is the expense ratio of AAEQ?

Alpha Architect US Equity 2 ETF (AAEQ) charges an expense ratio of 0.09%. This is the annual fee deducted from fund assets to cover management and operations.

How big is AAEQ?

Alpha Architect US Equity 2 ETF (AAEQ) manages $513.5M in total assets. AUM determines bid-ask liquidity and the fund's vulnerability to closure. Funds below ~$50M are at higher risk of liquidation.

Is AAEQ actively managed or an index fund?

AAEQ's management style is described in the fund's prospectus. See the description on the Summary tab for the published strategy.

When was AAEQ launched?

Alpha Architect US Equity 2 ETF (AAEQ) launched in December 2025 and is managed by Alpha Architect.

How has AAEQ performed?

AAEQ's total return (price change plus reinvested distributions) is charted at the top of this page. Switch the price chart to Total Return and pick a 1-year, 3-year, 5-year, or 10-year window to read the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over each horizon.

AAEQ

Alpha Architect US Equity 2 ETF

NASDAQ·Asset Management · Financial Services

$55.01$0.30−0.54%

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Dec 12, 2025Dec 12, 2025 → Oct 29, 2026· 11 moOct 29, 2026

Key Metrics

DistributionDividend Tab

Annual Distribution (FWD)$0.05

Distribution Yield (FWD)0.09%

Annual Distribution (TTM)$0.05

Distribution Yield (TTM)0.09%

Distribution Growth (5Y)—

FrequencyIrregular

Most Recent$0.05

Ex-Dividend DateDec 30

Payment DateDec 31

DiversificationDiversification Tab

Holdings378

Top 10 Weight41.1%

Top 25 Weight56.2%

Effective Holdings43

Sectors12

Largest HoldingNVDA · 7.2%

Largest SectorTechnology · 35.6%

Asset ClassEquity

Strategy—

Cost & RiskExpenses Tab

Expense Ratio0.09%

Cost per 10k Invested$9.00

AUM$513.48M

Avg Daily Volume1.22K

Price$55.01

NAV$55.31

Premium / Discount−0.54%

52-Week Range$45.01 – $56.15

Beta0.99

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Issuer: Alpha Architect
Asset Class: Equity
Strategy: —
Inception: December 9, 2025
Fund Type: ETF
Domicile: US
Currency: USD
ISIN: US02072Q3589
CUSIP: 02072Q358
Website: funds.alphaarchitect.com/aaeq/

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Frequently Asked Questions About AAEQ

What does AAEQ invest in?: AAEQ is the second broad U.S. equity fund offered by this issuer. Both it and its predecessor were established through a 351 exchange, a mechanism that permits initial investors to convert their taxable assets into shares of this wide-ranging U.S. stock fund. The portfolio may comprise individual equities or exchange-traded funds, employing diverse strategies such as hedging, buffering, long/short positions, or options. A distinctive secondary strategy involves systematic dividend timing: the fund may divest holdings expected to pay dividends before their record date. The purpose of this maneuver is to exploit pricing discrepancies and potentially lower tax liabilities, though it could lead to reduced yield and higher trading expenses. Options contracts might be employed to supplement equity exposure for enhanced efficiency. The investment universe for the fund is re-evaluated annually, and an active trading approach may lead to elevated transaction costs.
What is the expense ratio of AAEQ?: Alpha Architect US Equity 2 ETF (AAEQ) charges an expense ratio of 0.09%. This is the annual fee deducted from fund assets to cover management and operations.
How big is AAEQ?: Alpha Architect US Equity 2 ETF (AAEQ) manages $513.5M in total assets. AUM determines bid-ask liquidity and the fund's vulnerability to closure. Funds below ~$50M are at higher risk of liquidation.
Is AAEQ actively managed or an index fund?: AAEQ's management style is described in the fund's prospectus. See the description on the Summary tab for the published strategy.
When was AAEQ launched?: Alpha Architect US Equity 2 ETF (AAEQ) launched in December 2025 and is managed by Alpha Architect.
How has AAEQ performed?: AAEQ's total return (price change plus reinvested distributions) is charted at the top of this page. Switch the price chart to Total Return and pick a 1-year, 3-year, 5-year, or 10-year window to read the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over each horizon.