DMDV vs. BUFI

Last updated Jun 4, 2026

DMDV (AAM S&P Developed Markets High Dividend Value ETF) and BUFI (AB International Buffer ETF) are both exchange-traded funds - DMDV is a Foreign Large Cap Equities fund tracking the S&P Developed Ex-U.S. Dividend and Free Cash Flow Yield, while BUFI is a Defined Outcome fund actively managed by AllianceBernstein. DMDV is passively managed, while BUFI is actively managed. DMDV charges 0.39%/yr vs 0.69%/yr for BUFI.

Performance

DMDV vs. BUFI - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a $10,000 investment in AAM S&P Developed Markets High Dividend Value ETF (DMDV) and AB International Buffer ETF (BUFI). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

Returns By Period

DMDV

• 1D: —
• 1M: —
• YTD: —
• 6M: —
• 1Y: —
• 3Y*: —
• 5Y*: —
• 10Y*: —

BUFI

• 1D: -0.31%
• 1M: 1.83%
• YTD: 4.92%
• 6M: 6.32%
• 1Y: 12.80%
• 3Y*: —
• 5Y*: —
• 10Y*: —

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

DMDV vs. BUFI - Yearly Performance Comparison

	2026 (YTD)	2025	2024
DMDV AAM S&P Developed Markets High Dividend Value ETF	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%
BUFI AB International Buffer ETF	4.92%	16.50%	-1.31%

Return for Risk

DMDV vs. BUFI — Risk / Return Rank

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

BUFI

BUFI Risk / Return Rank: 47
BUFI Sharpe Ratio Rank: 44
BUFI Sortino Ratio Rank: 46
BUFI Omega Ratio Rank: 47
BUFI Calmar Ratio Rank: 46
BUFI Martin Ratio Rank: 53

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.

DMDV vs. BUFI - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for AAM S&P Developed Markets High Dividend Value ETF (DMDV) and AB International Buffer ETF (BUFI). 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

	DMDV	BUFI	Difference
Sharpe Ratio (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	—	1.53	—
Sharpe Ratio (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history	—	1.50	—

Drawdowns

Drawdown Indicators

	DMDV	BUFI	Difference
Max Drawdown Largest peak-to-trough decline	—	-7.43%	—
Max Drawdown (1Y) Largest decline over 1 year	—	-5.69%	—
Current Drawdown Current decline from peak	—	-0.32%	—
Average Drawdown Average peak-to-trough decline	—	-0.86%	—
Ulcer Index Depth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks	—	1.43%	—

Volatility

Volatility by Period

	DMDV	BUFI	Difference
Volatility (1M) Calculated over the trailing 1-month period	—	2.20%	—
Volatility (6M) Calculated over the trailing 6-month period	—	7.05%	—
Volatility (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	—	8.43%	—
Volatility (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized	—	9.15%	—
Volatility (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized	—	9.15%	—

DMDV vs. BUFI - Expense Ratio Comparison

DMDV has a 0.39% expense ratio, which is lower than BUFI's 0.69% expense ratio.

Dividends

DMDV vs. BUFI - Dividend Comparison

Neither DMDV nor BUFI has paid dividends to shareholders.

Position	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018
BUFI AB International Buffer ETF	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%
DMDV AAM S&P Developed Markets High Dividend Value ETF	0.00%	0.00%	3.51%	6.98%	5.60%	4.45%	3.13%	5.36%	0.27%

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ETF is better, DMDV or BUFI?

On fees, DMDV is cheaper at 0.39% per year. The better choice depends on whether you care most about return, fees, risk, or income.

Which ETF is cheaper, DMDV or BUFI?

DMDV is cheaper with a 0.39% expense ratio, compared with 0.69% for BUFI.

Which ETF pays a higher dividend yield, DMDV or BUFI?

DMDV and BUFI have nearly identical dividend yields, around 0.00%.

What is the main difference between DMDV and BUFI?

DMDV is categorized as Foreign Large Cap Equities, while BUFI is Defined Outcome. They also come from different issuers: Advisors Asset Management and AllianceBernstein. Their fees differ too: 0.39% for DMDV and 0.69% for BUFI.