HOCT vs. MSTQ

Last updated Jun 4, 2026

HOCT (Innovator Premium Income 9 Buffer ETF - October) and MSTQ (LHA Market State Tactical Q ETF) are both Options Trading funds. Both are actively managed. HOCT charges 0.79%/yr vs 1.59%/yr for MSTQ.

Performance

HOCT vs. MSTQ - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a $10,000 investment in Innovator Premium Income 9 Buffer ETF - October (HOCT) and LHA Market State Tactical Q ETF (MSTQ). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

Returns By Period

HOCT

• 1D: 0.00%
• 1M: 0.00%
• YTD: —
• 6M: —
• 1Y: —
• 3Y*: —
• 5Y*: —
• 10Y*: —

MSTQ

• 1D: -0.21%
• 1M: 9.02%
• YTD: 17.40%
• 6M: 15.69%
• 1Y: 31.81%
• 3Y*: 24.11%
• 5Y*: —
• 10Y*: —

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

HOCT vs. MSTQ - Yearly Performance Comparison

	2026 (YTD)
HOCT Innovator Premium Income 9 Buffer ETF - October	0.00%
MSTQ LHA Market State Tactical Q ETF	18.81%

Return for Risk

HOCT vs. MSTQ — Risk / Return Rank

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

MSTQ

MSTQ Risk / Return Rank: 59
MSTQ Sharpe Ratio Rank: 68
MSTQ Sortino Ratio Rank: 64
MSTQ Omega Ratio Rank: 64
MSTQ Calmar Ratio Rank: 52
MSTQ Martin Ratio Rank: 48

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.

HOCT vs. MSTQ - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for Innovator Premium Income 9 Buffer ETF - October (HOCT) and LHA Market State Tactical Q ETF (MSTQ). 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

	HOCT	MSTQ	Difference
Sharpe Ratio (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	—	2.23	—
Sharpe Ratio (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history	—	0.87	—

Drawdowns

HOCT vs. MSTQ - Drawdown Comparison

The maximum HOCT drawdown since its inception was 0.00%, smaller than the maximum MSTQ drawdown of -31.05%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for HOCT and MSTQ.

Drawdown Indicators

	HOCT	MSTQ	Difference
Max Drawdown Largest peak-to-trough decline	0.00%	-31.05%	+31.05%
Max Drawdown (1Y) Largest decline over 1 year	—	-12.39%	—
Max Drawdown (3Y) Largest decline over 3 years	—	-15.22%	—
Current Drawdown Current decline from peak	0.00%	-0.21%	+0.21%
Average Drawdown Average peak-to-trough decline	0.00%	-8.62%	+8.62%
Ulcer Index Depth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks	—	3.97%	—

Volatility

Volatility by Period

	HOCT	MSTQ	Difference
Volatility (1M) Calculated over the trailing 1-month period	—	4.25%	—
Volatility (6M) Calculated over the trailing 6-month period	—	10.58%	—
Volatility (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	0.00%	14.35%	-14.35%
Volatility (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized	0.00%	18.85%	-18.85%
Volatility (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized	0.00%	18.85%	-18.85%

HOCT vs. MSTQ - Expense Ratio Comparison

HOCT has a 0.79% expense ratio, which is lower than MSTQ's 1.59% expense ratio.

Dividends

HOCT vs. MSTQ - Dividend Comparison

HOCT has not paid dividends to shareholders, while MSTQ's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 11.90%.

Position	TTM	2025	2024	2023
HOCT Innovator Premium Income 9 Buffer ETF - October	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%
MSTQ LHA Market State Tactical Q ETF	11.90%	13.97%	3.72%	0.77%

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ETF is better, HOCT or MSTQ?

On fees, HOCT is cheaper at 0.79% per year. The better choice depends on whether you care most about return, fees, risk, or income.

Which ETF is cheaper, HOCT or MSTQ?

HOCT is cheaper with a 0.79% expense ratio, compared with 1.59% for MSTQ.

Which ETF pays a higher dividend yield, HOCT or MSTQ?

MSTQ has the higher dividend yield at 11.90%, compared with 0.00% for HOCT.

What is the main difference between HOCT and MSTQ?

They also come from different issuers: Innovator and Little Harbor Advisors. Their fees differ too: 0.79% for HOCT and 1.59% for MSTQ.