JIDE vs. BUFI

Last updated Jul 28, 2026

JIDE (JPMorgan International Dynamic ETF) and BUFI (AB International Buffer ETF) are both exchange-traded funds - JIDE is a Foreign Large Cap Equities fund actively managed by JPMorgan, while BUFI is a Defined Outcome fund actively managed by AllianceBernstein. Both are actively managed. Their 0.95 correlation means they have historically moved very closely together. JIDE charges 0.55%/yr vs 0.69%/yr for BUFI.

Performance

JIDE vs. BUFI - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a $10,000 investment in JPMorgan International Dynamic ETF (JIDE) and AB International Buffer ETF (BUFI). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

Returns By Period

JIDE

• 1D: 0.49%
• 1M: 0.98%
• 6M: —
• YTD: —
• 1Y: —
• 3Y*: —
• 5Y*: —
• 10Y*: —
• ALL TIME*: —

BUFI

• 1D: 0.38%
• 1M: 0.34%
• 6M: 3.20%
• YTD: 5.44%
• 1Y: 11.00%
• 3Y*: —
• 5Y*: —
• 10Y*: —
• ALL TIME*: 12.66%

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

Liquidity Comparison

Position	Avg. Volume Value (2W)	Avg. Volume Value (1M)	Avg. Volume Value (3M)
BUFI AB International Buffer ETF	$183.85K	$653.59K	$517.74K
JIDE JPMorgan International Dynamic ETF	$2.26K	$2.87K	$27.28K

JIDE vs. BUFI - Yearly Performance Comparison

	2026 (YTD)
JIDE JPMorgan International Dynamic ETF	1.82%
BUFI AB International Buffer ETF	2.54%

Correlation

The correlation between JIDE and BUFI is 0.95 - they have historically moved very closely together. At this level, their price movements offset little of one another.

	Correlation
Correlation (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history since Jan 28, 2026	0.95

Return for Risk

JIDE vs. BUFI — Risk / Return Rank

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

JIDE

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

BUFI

BUFI Risk / Return Rank: 56
BUFI Sharpe Ratio Rank: 53
BUFI Sortino Ratio Rank: 53
BUFI Omega Ratio Rank: 54
BUFI Calmar Ratio Rank: 55
BUFI Martin Ratio Rank: 64

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.

JIDE vs. BUFI - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for JPMorgan International Dynamic ETF (JIDE) 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.

Values are calculated on a 1-year rolling basis and updated daily. Risk-adjusted metrics are more stable over longer periods — use the period switch above to explore them.

	JIDE	BUFI	Difference
Sharpe ratio: Return per unit of total volatility	—	1.26	—
Sortino ratio: Return per unit of downside risk	—	1.85	—
Omega ratio: Gain probability vs. loss probability	—	1.24	—
Calmar ratio: Return relative to maximum drawdown	—	1.94	—
Martin ratio: Return relative to average drawdown	—	7.81	—

Drawdowns

JIDE vs. BUFI - Drawdown Comparison

The maximum JIDE drawdown since its inception was -12.69%, which is greater than BUFI's maximum drawdown of -7.43%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for JIDE and BUFI.

Drawdown Indicators

	JIDE	BUFI	Difference
Max Drawdown Largest peak-to-trough decline	-12.69%	-7.43%	-5.26%
Max Drawdown (1Y) Largest decline over 1 year	—	-5.69%	—
Current Drawdown Current decline from peak	-3.60%	-1.11%	-2.49%
Average Drawdown Average peak-to-trough decline	-4.49%	-0.84%	-3.65%
Ulcer Index Depth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks	—	1.43%	—

Volatility

Volatility by Period

	JIDE	BUFI	Difference
Volatility (1M) Calculated over the trailing 1-month period	—	2.48%	—
Volatility (6M) Calculated over the trailing 6-month period	—	7.62%	—
Volatility (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	20.36%	8.79%	+11.57%
Volatility (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized	20.36%	9.12%	+11.24%
Volatility (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized	20.36%	9.12%	+11.24%

JIDE vs. BUFI - Expense Ratio Comparison

JIDE has a 0.55% expense ratio, which is lower than BUFI's 0.69% expense ratio.

Dividends

JIDE vs. BUFI - Dividend Comparison

Neither JIDE nor BUFI has paid dividends to shareholders.

Tickers have no history of dividend payments

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I hold both JIDE and BUFI in my portfolio?

With a correlation of 0.95, JIDE and BUFI 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, JIDE or BUFI?

On fees, JIDE is cheaper at 0.55% per year. The better choice depends on whether you care most about return, fees, risk, or income.

Which ETF is cheaper, JIDE or BUFI?

JIDE is cheaper with a 0.55% expense ratio, compared with 0.69% for BUFI.

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

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

What is the main difference between JIDE and BUFI?

JIDE is categorized as Foreign Large Cap Equities, while BUFI is Defined Outcome. They also come from different issuers: JPMorgan and AllianceBernstein. Their fees differ too: 0.55% for JIDE and 0.69% for BUFI.