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Upturn Advisory Summary
04/01/2025: IBUF (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type ETF | Historic Profit 2.95% | Avg. Invested days 57 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
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Key Highlights
Volume (30-day avg) 10394 | Beta - | 52 Weeks Range 24.72 - 26.58 | Updated Date 04/1/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 24.72 - 26.58 | Updated Date 04/1/2025 |
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Innovator ETFs Trust
ETF Overview
Overview
Innovator ETFs Trust focuses on structured outcome investments, using options to define upside and downside parameters over a specific time period. Their ETFs are designed to meet different risk tolerances and investment horizons through defined outcome strategies.
Reputation and Reliability
Innovator Capital Management is known for pioneering defined outcome ETFs and has a solid reputation for innovative ETF design.
Management Expertise
Innovator's management team has extensive experience in options strategies and ETF structuring.
Investment Objective
Goal
To provide investors with defined exposures to market movements while limiting downside risk through options strategies.
Investment Approach and Strategy
Strategy: Innovator ETFs Trust employs a defined outcome strategy using Flexible Exchange (FLEX) options.
Composition The ETFs primarily hold FLEX options and U.S. Treasury securities, or a mix of equities for covered call type funds.
Market Position
Market Share: Data Not Readily Available
Total Net Assets (AUM): Varies by fund. Look up the specific ETF within the Innovator ETFs Trust family for accurate data.
Competitors
Key Competitors
- FTCS
- FLQM
- OCTO
Competitive Landscape
The defined outcome ETF landscape is competitive, with Innovator ETFs Trust as a key player. Their advantage is the first mover advantage, deep understanding of options structuring, and brand recognition. Disadvantages include higher expense ratios due to the complex options strategies and less transparency compared to traditional index ETFs.
Financial Performance
Historical Performance: Varies significantly by ETF within the trust. Consult the prospectus for accurate data.
Benchmark Comparison: These ETFs do not typically track standard benchmarks due to their defined outcome strategies.
Expense Ratio: Typically ranges from 0.79% to 0.99% depending on the fund.
Liquidity
Average Trading Volume
Trading volume varies widely by ETF, reflecting the demand for specific defined outcome products.
Bid-Ask Spread
Bid-ask spreads are generally wider than traditional ETFs due to the complexity of the underlying options positions.
Market Dynamics
Market Environment Factors
Economic volatility, interest rate changes, and investor sentiment significantly impact the performance of defined outcome ETFs.
Growth Trajectory
Growth depends on investor demand for downside protection and defined upside potential, expanding their offerings to cover various asset classes.
Moat and Competitive Advantages
Competitive Edge
Innovator ETFs Trust's advantages stem from its pioneering status in defined outcome ETFs, its expertise in utilizing FLEX options, and its diverse suite of products catering to varied risk profiles. This expertise leads to products that precisely meet investors' needs for defined returns over a specific period. Their strong relationships with options market makers also contribute to efficient execution and competitive pricing. The broad range of outcome periods and underlying assets offer investors extensive choice.
Risk Analysis
Volatility
Volatility is dependent on the specific options strategy employed. Some ETFs aim to reduce volatility relative to the underlying asset.
Market Risk
Market risk is inherent in the underlying assets (e.g., equities). Furthermore, the options strategies have their own risks tied to changes in volatility and interest rates.
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
Investors seeking defined exposure to markets, with specific upside/downside parameters over a specific period, are the ideal investor profile.
Market Risk
Suitable for both active traders and long-term investors depending on their investment goals and risk tolerance, but requires understanding of options-based strategies.
Summary
Innovator ETFs Trust offers defined outcome ETFs that are designed to provide specific return profiles over a given period using options. These products appeal to investors seeking downside protection or predictable returns, but come with higher expense ratios. The complex nature of these ETFs may not be suitable for all investors, and it's important to understand the underlying strategies. While offering a unique approach, investors should understand their risk tolerance before investing.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Innovator ETFs Trust Prospectus
- ETF.com
- Morningstar
Disclaimers:
This data is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Performance data is not indicative of future results. Consult a financial advisor before making investment decisions.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About Innovator ETFs Trust
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The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus any borrowings for investment purposes) in FLexible EXchange® Options that reference the iShares MSCI EAFE ETF. FLEX Options are exchange-traded option contracts with uniquely customizable terms. The fund is non-diversified.
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