DDFN vs. POCT

Last updated Jun 4, 2026

DDFN (Innovator Equity Dual Directional 15 Buffer ETF - November) and POCT (Innovator U.S. Equity Power Buffer ETF October) are both Defined Outcome funds from Innovator. DDFN is actively managed, while POCT is passively managed. Their correlation of 0.90 suggests significant overlap in exposure. Both charge a 0.79% expense ratio.

Performance

DDFN vs. POCT - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a $10,000 investment in Innovator Equity Dual Directional 15 Buffer ETF - November (DDFN) and Innovator U.S. Equity Power Buffer ETF October (POCT). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

Returns By Period

In the year-to-date period, DDFN achieves a 4.46% return, which is significantly lower than POCT's 5.33% return.

DDFN

• 1D: -0.22%
• 1M: 1.47%
• YTD: 4.46%
• 6M: 5.06%
• 1Y: —
• 3Y*: —
• 5Y*: —
• 10Y*: —

POCT

• 1D: -0.20%
• 1M: 2.01%
• YTD: 5.33%
• 6M: 5.92%
• 1Y: 14.36%
• 3Y*: 12.17%
• 5Y*: 9.82%
• 10Y*: —

*Multi-year figures are annualized to reflect compound growth (CAGR)

DDFN vs. POCT - Yearly Performance Comparison

	2026 (YTD)	2025
DDFN Innovator Equity Dual Directional 15 Buffer ETF - November	4.46%	0.64%
POCT Innovator U.S. Equity Power Buffer ETF October	5.33%	1.22%

Correlation

The correlation between DDFN and POCT is 0.90, indicating a strong positive relationship between their price movements. Combining them offers limited diversification - they tend to fall together during downturns.

	Correlation
Correlation (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history since Nov 4, 2025	0.90

DDFN vs. POCT - Sectors Allocation Comparison

Sectors	DDFN	POCT
Technology	36.2%	36.2%
Financial Services	11.9%	11.9%
Communication Services	10.9%	10.9%
Consumer Cyclical	10.1%	10.1%
Healthcare	8.4%	8.4%
Industrials	8.1%	8.1%
Consumer Defensive	4.9%	4.9%
Energy	3.5%	3.5%
Utilities	2.3%	2.3%
Real Estate	1.9%	1.9%
Basic Materials	1.8%	1.8%

Return for Risk

DDFN vs. POCT — Risk / Return Rank

Compare risk-adjusted metric ranks to identify better-performing investments over the past 12 months.

POCT

POCT Risk / Return Rank: 75
POCT Sharpe Ratio Rank: 71
POCT Sortino Ratio Rank: 74
POCT Omega Ratio Rank: 78
POCT Calmar Ratio Rank: 66
POCT Martin Ratio Rank: 83

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.

DDFN vs. POCT - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for Innovator Equity Dual Directional 15 Buffer ETF - November (DDFN) and Innovator U.S. Equity Power Buffer ETF October (POCT). Risk-adjusted metrics are performance indicators that assess an investment's returns in relation to its risk, enabling a more accurate comparison of different investment options.

Risk / return metrics aren't available yet — we need at least 12 months of trading data to calculate them.

Sharpe Ratios by Period

	DDFN	POCT	Difference
Sharpe Ratio (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	—	2.35	—
Sharpe Ratio (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period	—	1.24	—
Sharpe Ratio (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history	1.73	0.87	+0.86

Drawdowns

DDFN vs. POCT - Drawdown Comparison

The maximum DDFN drawdown since its inception was -3.40%, smaller than the maximum POCT drawdown of -18.80%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for DDFN and POCT.

Drawdown Indicators

	DDFN	POCT	Difference
Max Drawdown Largest peak-to-trough decline	-3.40%	-18.80%	+15.40%
Max Drawdown (1Y) Largest decline over 1 year	—	-4.40%	—
Max Drawdown (3Y) Largest decline over 3 years	—	-10.22%	—
Max Drawdown (5Y) Largest decline over 5 years	—	-10.22%	—
Current Drawdown Current decline from peak	-0.22%	-0.20%	-0.02%
Average Drawdown Average peak-to-trough decline	-0.47%	-1.50%	+1.03%
Ulcer Index Depth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks	—	0.86%	—

Volatility

Volatility by Period

	DDFN	POCT	Difference
Volatility (1M) Calculated over the trailing 1-month period	—	0.94%	—
Volatility (6M) Calculated over the trailing 6-month period	—	4.77%	—
Volatility (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	5.26%	6.17%	-0.91%
Volatility (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized	5.26%	7.94%	-2.68%
Volatility (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized	5.26%	10.22%	-4.96%

DDFN vs. POCT - Expense Ratio Comparison

Both DDFN and POCT have an expense ratio of 0.79%.

Dividends

DDFN vs. POCT - Dividend Comparison

Neither DDFN nor POCT has paid dividends to shareholders.

Position	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019
DDFN Innovator Equity Dual Directional 15 Buffer ETF - November	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%

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I hold both DDFN and POCT in my portfolio?

With a correlation of 0.90, DDFN and POCT move almost identically. Holding both adds very little diversification - you're essentially doubling your position in the same market segment. Choosing one is usually more capital-efficient.

Which ETF is better, DDFN or POCT?

Both ETFs have the same 0.79% expense ratio. The better choice depends on whether you care most about return, fees, risk, or income.

Which ETF is cheaper, DDFN or POCT?

DDFN and POCT have the same expense ratio: 0.79% per year.

Which ETF pays a higher dividend yield, DDFN or POCT?

DDFN and POCT have nearly identical dividend yields, around 0.00%.