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BUFF
Performance
Return for Risk
Dividends
Drawdowns
Volatility
Diversification

Asset Allocation


S&P 500 Index

Performance

Performance Chart

The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of $10,000 in BUFF, comparing it to the performance of the S&P 500 index or another benchmark. All prices have been adjusted for splits and dividends. The portfolio is rebalanced Every 3 months.


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The earliest data available for this chart is May 1, 2020, corresponding to the inception date of PMAY

Returns By Period


1D1MYTD6M1Y3Y*5Y*10Y*
Benchmark
S&P 500 Index
0.11%-3.43%-3.84%-1.98%16.08%16.86%10.37%12.29%
Portfolio
BUFF
0.11%-0.94%-0.51%1.53%11.83%11.38%7.86%
PJAN
Innovator U.S. Equity Power Buffer ETF - January
0.17%-1.49%-1.49%1.14%10.89%11.60%7.89%
PFEB
Innovator U.S. Equity Power Buffer ETF - February
-0.02%-1.61%-1.12%1.37%11.68%11.12%7.82%
PMAR
Innovator U.S. Equity Power Buffer ETF - March
0.31%-1.36%-0.12%2.14%11.81%11.70%8.64%
PAPR
Innovator U.S. Equity Power Buffer ETF - April
0.18%1.48%2.35%4.30%11.78%10.73%7.69%
PMAY
Innovator U.S. Equity Power Buffer ETF - May
0.10%0.28%0.96%2.75%10.84%11.48%6.74%
PJUN
Innovator U.S. Equity Power Buffer ETF - June
0.10%-0.52%0.14%1.94%12.56%10.80%6.50%
PJUL
Innovator U.S. Equity Power Buffer ETF - July
0.09%-1.03%-0.52%1.23%14.08%13.33%9.48%
PAUG
Innovator U.S. Equity Power Buffer ETF - August
0.12%-1.17%-0.81%0.94%12.84%13.13%8.16%
PSEP
Innovator U.S. Equity Power Buffer ETF - September
0.14%-1.21%-0.98%0.77%12.03%12.06%8.43%
POCT
Innovator U.S. Equity Power Buffer ETF October
0.01%-1.53%-1.41%0.25%10.55%10.94%8.67%
*Multi-year figures are annualized to reflect compound growth (CAGR)

Monthly Returns

Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since May 4, 2020, BUFF's average daily return is +0.04%, while the average monthly return is +0.77%. At this rate, your investment would double in approximately 7.5 years.

Historically, 68% of months were positive and 32% were negative. The best month was Nov 2023 with a return of +5.9%, while the worst month was Apr 2022 at -4.6%. The longest winning streak lasted 10 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 3 months.

On a daily basis, BUFF closed higher 57% of trading days. The best single day was Apr 9, 2025 with a return of +5.4%, while the worst single day was Apr 4, 2025 at -3.4%.


JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecTotal
20260.77%0.07%-1.77%0.44%-0.51%
20251.38%-0.17%-2.94%-0.35%3.81%2.88%1.31%1.23%1.49%0.71%0.63%0.77%11.12%
20241.05%1.93%1.09%-0.85%2.40%1.37%0.69%1.28%0.96%-0.12%2.38%-0.43%12.36%
20233.44%-1.01%2.01%0.93%0.37%4.18%1.72%-0.25%-2.49%-1.41%5.93%2.27%16.49%
2022-1.31%-1.01%1.98%-4.64%0.41%-3.63%4.49%-1.44%-4.49%4.87%3.09%-2.25%-4.44%
2021-0.48%1.22%1.88%1.15%0.48%0.63%0.44%0.77%-0.92%1.99%-0.45%1.65%8.63%

Benchmark Metrics

BUFF has an annualized alpha of 2.33%, beta of 0.45, and R² of 0.93 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since May 04, 2020.

  • This portfolio participates in less of S&P 500 Index's moves in both directions, but captures a larger share of gains (43.31%) than losses (40.87%) — typical of diversified or defensive assets.
  • This portfolio generated an annualized alpha of 2.33% versus S&P 500 Index — delivering returns beyond what market exposure alone would predict.
  • Beta of 0.45 indicates this portfolio moves significantly less than S&P 500 Index — a genuinely defensive profile with reduced participation in both market rallies and downturns.

Alpha
2.33%
Beta
0.45
0.93
Upside Capture
43.31%
Downside Capture
40.87%

Expense Ratio

BUFF has an expense ratio of 0.79%, placing it in the medium range. Below, you can find the expense ratios of the portfolio's funds side by side and easily compare their relative costs.


Top 10 holdings

Return for Risk

Risk / Return Rank

BUFF ranks 59 for risk / return — on par with similar portfolios. You're getting a typical balance of risk and reward. Not a standout, but not a red flag either — a reasonable choice if other factors align with your goals.


BUFF Risk / Return Rank: 5959
Overall Rank
BUFF Sharpe Ratio Rank: 5151
Sharpe Ratio Rank
BUFF Sortino Ratio Rank: 5555
Sortino Ratio Rank
BUFF Omega Ratio Rank: 7777
Omega Ratio Rank
BUFF Calmar Ratio Rank: 4242
Calmar Ratio Rank
BUFF Martin Ratio Rank: 7070
Martin Ratio Rank
The rank (0–100) shows how this investment's returns compare to the risk taken. Higher = better. Based on the past 12 months of data, combining Sharpe, Sortino, and other metrics used by quantitative funds and institutional investors.

Return / Risk — by metrics


PortfolioBenchmarkDifference

Sharpe ratio

Return per unit of total volatility

1.22

0.88

+0.34

Sortino ratio

Return per unit of downside risk

1.84

1.37

+0.47

Omega ratio

Gain probability vs. loss probability

1.33

1.21

+0.12

Calmar ratio

Return relative to maximum drawdown

1.69

1.39

+0.30

Martin ratio

Return relative to average drawdown

9.82

6.43

+3.39


How much return does each position deliver for the risk it carries? Higher values mean better reward for the risk taken.

Risk / Return RankSharpe ratioSortino ratioOmega ratioCalmar ratioMartin ratio
PJAN
Innovator U.S. Equity Power Buffer ETF - January
631.111.681.281.578.37
PFEB
Innovator U.S. Equity Power Buffer ETF - February
651.171.761.291.668.72
PMAR
Innovator U.S. Equity Power Buffer ETF - March
681.171.761.321.669.52
PAPR
Innovator U.S. Equity Power Buffer ETF - April
771.372.091.471.6711.65
PMAY
Innovator U.S. Equity Power Buffer ETF - May
621.031.591.361.378.70
PJUN
Innovator U.S. Equity Power Buffer ETF - June
731.281.971.361.7510.46
PJUL
Innovator U.S. Equity Power Buffer ETF - July
781.402.131.352.0711.63
PAUG
Innovator U.S. Equity Power Buffer ETF - August
731.271.911.321.8610.60
PSEP
Innovator U.S. Equity Power Buffer ETF - September
711.251.881.301.859.88
POCT
Innovator U.S. Equity Power Buffer ETF October
591.021.551.251.548.24

Sharpe Ratio

The Sharpe ratio helps investors understand how much return they're getting for the level of risk taken. A higher Sharpe ratio indicates better risk-adjusted performance, meaning more reward for each unit of risk.

BUFF Sharpe ratios as of Apr 2, 2026 (values are recalculated daily):

  • 1-Year: 1.22
  • 5-Year: 0.97
  • All Time: 1.19

These values reflect how efficiently the investment has delivered returns relative to its volatility over different time periods. All figures are annualized and based on daily total returns (including price changes and dividends).

Compared to the broad market, where average Sharpe ratios range from 1.00 to 1.69, this portfolio's current Sharpe ratio falls between the 25th and 75th percentiles. This indicates that its risk-adjusted performance is in line with the majority of portfolios, suggesting a balanced approach to risk and return—likely suitable for a wide range of investors.

The chart below shows the rolling Sharpe ratio of BUFF compared to the selected benchmark. This view highlights how the investment's risk-adjusted performance has changed over time.


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Dividends

Dividend yield

BUFF provided a 0.00% dividend yield over the last twelve months.


TTM2025202420232022202120202019
Portfolio0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.62%
PJAN
Innovator U.S. Equity Power Buffer ETF - January
0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%
PFEB
Innovator U.S. Equity Power Buffer ETF - February
0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%
PMAR
Innovator U.S. Equity Power Buffer ETF - March
0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%
PAPR
Innovator U.S. Equity Power Buffer ETF - April
0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%3.07%
PMAY
Innovator U.S. Equity Power Buffer ETF - May
0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%
PJUN
Innovator U.S. Equity Power Buffer ETF - June
0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%
PJUL
Innovator U.S. Equity Power Buffer ETF - July
0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.82%
PAUG
Innovator U.S. Equity Power Buffer ETF - August
0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%1.33%
PSEP
Innovator U.S. Equity Power Buffer ETF - September
0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%
POCT
Innovator U.S. Equity Power Buffer ETF October
0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%2.21%

Drawdowns

Drawdowns Chart

The Drawdowns chart displays portfolio losses from any high point along the way. Drawdowns are calculated considering price movements and all distributions paid, if any.


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Worst Drawdowns

The table below displays the maximum drawdowns of the BUFF. A maximum drawdown is a measure of risk, indicating the largest reduction in portfolio value due to a series of losing trades.

The maximum drawdown for the BUFF was 10.33%, occurring on Apr 8, 2025. Recovery took 41 trading sessions.

The current BUFF drawdown is 1.73%.


Depth

Start

To Bottom

Bottom

To Recover

End

Total

-10.33%Feb 20, 202534Apr 8, 202541Jun 6, 202575
-10.17%Mar 30, 202255Jun 16, 2022206Apr 13, 2023261
-5.19%Aug 1, 202363Oct 27, 202312Nov 14, 202375
-4.66%Jan 4, 202244Mar 8, 202215Mar 29, 202259
-3.58%Feb 26, 202623Mar 30, 2026

Volatility

Volatility Chart

The chart below shows the rolling one-month volatility.


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Diversification

Diversification Metrics


Number of Effective Assets

The portfolio contains 12 assets, with an effective number of assets of 12.00, reflecting the diversification based on asset allocation. This number of effective assets suggests that the portfolio's investments are spread across a variety of assets, indicating a well-diversified allocation. However, true diversification also depends on the correlations between assets.

Asset Correlations Table

The table below displays the correlation coefficients between the individual components of the portfolio, the entire portfolio, and the chosen benchmark.

BenchmarkPAPRPOCTPMAYPMARPFEBPNOVPJANPDECPJUNPSEPPAUGPJULPortfolio
Benchmark1.000.880.890.890.900.900.890.900.910.910.930.920.920.97
PAPR0.881.000.800.850.850.820.810.840.820.850.830.850.860.91
POCT0.890.801.000.820.820.830.860.840.850.840.870.860.850.91
PMAY0.890.850.821.000.850.850.840.840.850.880.850.860.870.92
PMAR0.900.850.820.851.000.870.830.850.850.850.860.860.870.93
PFEB0.900.820.830.850.871.000.850.870.860.860.860.860.870.93
PNOV0.890.810.860.840.830.851.000.860.870.850.880.880.870.93
PJAN0.900.840.840.840.850.870.861.000.870.860.860.870.870.93
PDEC0.910.820.850.850.850.860.870.871.000.870.890.880.880.94
PJUN0.910.850.840.880.850.860.850.860.871.000.870.880.900.94
PSEP0.930.830.870.850.860.860.880.860.890.871.000.900.900.94
PAUG0.920.850.860.860.860.860.880.870.880.880.901.000.900.95
PJUL0.920.860.850.870.870.870.870.870.880.900.900.901.000.95
Portfolio0.970.910.910.920.930.930.930.930.940.940.940.950.951.00
The correlation results are calculated based on daily price changes starting from May 4, 2020