Cambria Investment Management, LP

Overview

Cambria Investment Management, LP is an independent, privately owned investment advisory firm based in El Segundo, California. Founded in 2006, the firm specializes in quantitative asset management and alternative investment strategies. Cambria's mission is to preserve and grow capital by producing above-average absolute returns with low correlation to traditional assets and manageable risk. The firm's investment portfolios span from conservative low volatility to aggressive high volatility market products. Cambria employs a systematic, research-driven approach across multiple asset classes and global markets to guide its investment decisions. Its suite of investment solutions includes diversified portfolios and actively managed ETFs, covering equity-focused strategies, global asset allocation, tail-risk hedging, thematic investments, and hedged equity approaches, designed to meet the needs of both individual and institutional investors. The firm's investment philosophy focuses on quality businesses, prudent capitalization, and aligned interests, working closely with management teams to build value at the operating level rather than through complex financial structures. Cambria's track record includes managing multiple ETFs with over $4 billion in assets under management as of February 28, 2026. The firm's investment strategies have been featured in various financial publications, and its ETFs are distributed by ALPS Distributors Inc., a leading provider of ETF distribution services. Cambria's commitment to research-driven investment strategies and its focus on managing risk have contributed to its reputation as a leading investment advisory firm in the industry.

Investment Focus

• Accredited investors only
• Investment horizon of 5 years or more
• Interest in quantitative and alternative investment strategies
• Willingness to accept above-average risk for above-average returns
• Desire for low correlation to traditional assets
• Preference for actively managed ETFs
• Alignment with Cambria's investment philosophy
• Ability to invest in global markets
• Interest in diversified portfolios
• Comfort with systematic, research-driven investment approaches
• Acceptance of potential volatility in pursuit of higher returns
• Understanding of complex financial instruments
• Willingness to engage with management teams to build value
• Interest in tail-risk hedging and thematic investments
• Desire for hedged equity approaches
• Comfort with managing risk effectively
• Interest in both individual and institutional investment solutions
• Alignment with Cambria's mission to preserve and grow capital
• Willingness to invest in a firm with a focus on quality businesses and prudent capitalization

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