The Meb Faber Show · Friday, August 7, 2026
Meb Faber outlines four primary ways investors can utilize the Cambria Global Value ETF (GVAL): as core international exposure, a portfolio diversifier to reduce US home country bias, a tactical value play, or a counterbalance to existing growth stock allocations. He suggests that as the world becomes more fragmented, global diversification may offer increasing benefits.
“First, as a core international exposure. If you already own an international allocation, GVAL can replace or complement traditional cap-weighted international funds with a strong value tilt.”
“Second, as a portfolio diversifier. For investors with US-centric portfolios, GVAL can help reduce home country bias and add exposure to different countries and sectors.”
“Third, as a tactical value play. Some investors use GVAL more tactically, to lean into value when they believe expensive markets are carrying extra valuation risk.”