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Innovator Laddered Allocation Power Buffer ETF
BUFF performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of August 28, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | +1.85% | +2.28% | +7.67% | +11.37% | +41.30% | +52.49% |
| Flows | +$56M | +$104M | +$185M | +$138M | +$520M | +$703M |
Characteristics
The Innovator Laddered Allocation Power Buffer ETF is built to track the Refinitiv Laddered Power Buffer Strategy Index - USD. This ETF provides physical exposure - by owning its shares you earn the return of the securities composing the index (as the ETF holds them directly). This share class generates a stream of income by distributing dividends.
| Management strategy | Passive |
| Strategy | Options Strategies |
| Provider | Innovator |
| N° of holdings | 0 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Equity |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | October 20, 2016 |
| ESG | No |
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Exposure
Data as of January 1, 1970Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +4.78% | +5.16% | +7.33% | +8.21% |
Max drawdown | -1.40% | -3.59% | -10.33% | -10.33% |
Max drawdown duration | 10d | 42d | 106d | 106d |
Time to recover | 3d | 10d | 59d | 59d |
Replication quality
Data as of July 31, 2026Create an account to view replication metrics
1 year cumulative return difference | |
|---|---|
| Best | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
| daily return difference | |
|---|---|
| Average | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
What type of ETF is BUFF?
BUFF is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by Innovator.
What index does BUFF track?
BUFF tracks the Refinitiv Laddered Power Buffer Strategy Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does BUFF invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Large Cap US Equities. It is part of the segment: Options Strategies.
What is the expense ratio of BUFF?
The total expense ratio (TER) of BUFF is 0.89%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was BUFF launched?
BUFF was launched on October 20, 2016, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of BUFF?
BUFF is issued by Innovator.
What is the AUM of BUFF?
As of August 28, 2026, BUFF manages $990.67 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has BUFF performed recently?
As of August 28, 2026, BUFF delivered a return of 1.85% over the past month (1M performance), 2.28% over the past three months (3M), and 7.67% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for BUFF?
As of August 28, 2026, BUFF has seen net flows of +$56M in the past month (1M flow) and +$185M year-to-date (YTD).
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