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Performance
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The chart shows the growth of an initial investment of $10,000 in PGIM S&P 500 Buffer 12 ETF - May, comparing it to the performance of the S&P 500 index or another benchmark. All prices have been adjusted for splits and dividends.
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Returns By Period
PGIM S&P 500 Buffer 12 ETF - May (MAYP) has returned 0.85% so far this year and 11.57% over the past 12 months.
PGIM S&P 500 Buffer 12 ETF - May
- 1D
- 0.09%
- 1M
- 0.14%
- YTD
- 0.85%
- 6M
- 3.01%
- 1Y
- 11.57%
- 3Y*
- —
- 5Y*
- —
- 10Y*
- —
Benchmark (S&P 500 Index)
- 1D
- 0.11%
- 1M
- -3.43%
- YTD
- -3.84%
- 6M
- -1.98%
- 1Y
- 16.08%
- 3Y*
- 16.86%
- 5Y*
- 10.37%
- 10Y*
- 12.29%
Monthly Returns
Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since May 1, 2024, MAYP's average daily return is +0.05%, while the average monthly return is +0.94%. At this rate, your investment would double in approximately 6.2 years.
Historically, 83% of months were positive and 17% were negative. The best month was May 2025 with a return of +3.7%, while the worst month was Mar 2025 at -2.2%. The longest winning streak lasted 10 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 2 months.
On a daily basis, MAYP closed higher 61% of trading days. The best single day was Apr 9, 2025 with a return of +6.6%, while the worst single day was Apr 4, 2025 at -4.4%.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0.52% | 0.34% | -0.44% | 0.42% | 0.85% | ||||||||
| 2025 | 1.52% | 0.19% | -2.24% | -0.75% | 3.72% | 2.66% | 1.11% | 1.06% | 1.15% | 0.54% | 0.55% | 1.08% | 10.99% |
| 2024 | 3.36% | 2.08% | 0.79% | 1.64% | 1.09% | 0.01% | 2.52% | -0.44% | 11.55% |
Benchmark Metrics
PGIM S&P 500 Buffer 12 ETF - May has an annualized alpha of 3.66%, beta of 0.55, and R² of 0.88 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since May 02, 2024.
- This ETF participates in less of S&P 500 Index's moves in both directions, but captures a larger share of gains (50.27%) than losses (14.28%) — typical of diversified or defensive assets.
- This ETF generated an annualized alpha of 3.66% versus S&P 500 Index — delivering returns beyond what market exposure alone would predict.
- Beta of 0.55 indicates this ETF moves significantly less than S&P 500 Index — a genuinely defensive profile with reduced participation in both market rallies and downturns.
- Alpha
- 3.66%
- Beta
- 0.55
- R²
- 0.88
- Upside Capture
- 50.27%
- Downside Capture
- 14.28%
Expense Ratio
MAYP has an expense ratio of 0.50%, placing it in the medium range.
Return for Risk
Risk / Return Rank
MAYP ranks 59 for risk / return — on par with similar ETFs. 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.
Return / Risk — by metrics
The table below present risk-adjusted performance metrics for PGIM S&P 500 Buffer 12 ETF - May (MAYP) and compare them to a chosen benchmark (S&P 500 Index).
| MAYP | Benchmark | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Sharpe ratioReturn per unit of total volatility | 1.02 | 0.88 | +0.14 |
Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | 1.53 | 1.37 | +0.17 |
Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | 1.33 | 1.21 | +0.12 |
Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | 1.35 | 1.39 | -0.03 |
Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | 8.14 | 6.43 | +1.71 |
Data is calculated on a 1-year rolling basis and updated daily. The trend shows the change in the indicator over the past month. | |||
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Dividends
Dividend History
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 PGIM S&P 500 Buffer 12 ETF - May. 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 PGIM S&P 500 Buffer 12 ETF - May was 11.06%, occurring on Apr 8, 2025. Recovery took 27 trading sessions.
The current PGIM S&P 500 Buffer 12 ETF - May drawdown is 0.26%.
Depth | Start | To Bottom | Bottom | To Recover | End | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -11.06% | Feb 20, 2025 | 34 | Apr 8, 2025 | 27 | May 16, 2025 | 61 |
| -4.46% | Jul 17, 2024 | 14 | Aug 5, 2024 | 10 | Aug 19, 2024 | 24 |
| -2.16% | Sep 3, 2024 | 4 | Sep 6, 2024 | 6 | Sep 16, 2024 | 10 |
| -2.11% | Feb 26, 2026 | 22 | Mar 27, 2026 | — | — | — |
| -1.37% | May 20, 2025 | 4 | May 23, 2025 | 5 | Jun 2, 2025 | 9 |
Volatility
Volatility Chart
The chart below shows the rolling one-month volatility.
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