SIXD vs. MART

Last updated Jun 4, 2026

SIXD (AllianzIM U.S. Equity 6 Month Buffer10 Jun/Dec ETF) and MART (Allianzim U.S. Large Cap Buffer10 Mar ETF) are both exchange-traded funds - SIXD is a Defined Outcome fund actively managed by Allianz, while MART is a Options Trading fund actively managed by Allianz. Both are actively managed. With a 0.95 correlation, they move nearly in lockstep. Both charge a 0.74% expense ratio.

Performance

SIXD vs. MART - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a $10,000 investment in AllianzIM U.S. Equity 6 Month Buffer10 Jun/Dec ETF (SIXD) and Allianzim U.S. Large Cap Buffer10 Mar ETF (MART). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

Returns By Period

In the year-to-date period, SIXD achieves a 6.99% return, which is significantly lower than MART's 8.18% return.

SIXD

• 1D: -0.19%
• 1M: 2.79%
• YTD: 6.99%
• 6M: —
• 1Y: —
• 3Y*: —
• 5Y*: —
• 10Y*: —

MART

• 1D: -0.24%
• 1M: 2.60%
• YTD: 8.18%
• 6M: 9.29%
• 1Y: 19.86%
• 3Y*: 16.35%
• 5Y*: —
• 10Y*: —

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

SIXD vs. MART - Yearly Performance Comparison

	2026 (YTD)	2025
SIXD AllianzIM U.S. Equity 6 Month Buffer10 Jun/Dec ETF	6.99%	-0.18%
MART Allianzim U.S. Large Cap Buffer10 Mar ETF	8.18%	0.10%

Correlation

The correlation between SIXD and MART is 0.95 - these two move nearly in lockstep. At this level, holding both provides almost no diversification benefit. If you already own one, adding the other does little to reduce portfolio risk.

	Correlation
Correlation (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history since Dec 23, 2025	0.95

SIXD vs. MART - Sectors Allocation Comparison

Sectors	SIXD	MART
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

SIXD vs. MART — Risk / Return Rank

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

MART

MART Risk / Return Rank: 86
MART Sharpe Ratio Rank: 85
MART Sortino Ratio Rank: 90
MART Omega Ratio Rank: 90
MART Calmar Ratio Rank: 75
MART Martin Ratio Rank: 90

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.

SIXD vs. MART - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for AllianzIM U.S. Equity 6 Month Buffer10 Jun/Dec ETF (SIXD) and Allianzim U.S. Large Cap Buffer10 Mar ETF (MART). 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

	SIXD	MART	Difference
Sharpe Ratio (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	—	2.82	—
Sharpe Ratio (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history	2.20	1.79	+0.41

Drawdowns

SIXD vs. MART - Drawdown Comparison

The maximum SIXD drawdown since its inception was -4.69%, smaller than the maximum MART drawdown of -11.61%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for SIXD and MART.

Drawdown Indicators

	SIXD	MART	Difference
Max Drawdown Largest peak-to-trough decline	-4.69%	-11.61%	+6.92%
Max Drawdown (1Y) Largest decline over 1 year	—	-5.30%	—
Max Drawdown (3Y) Largest decline over 3 years	—	-11.61%	—
Current Drawdown Current decline from peak	-0.19%	-0.33%	+0.14%
Average Drawdown Average peak-to-trough decline	-0.78%	-0.90%	+0.12%
Ulcer Index Depth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks	—	0.94%	—

Volatility

Volatility by Period

	SIXD	MART	Difference
Volatility (1M) Calculated over the trailing 1-month period	—	1.31%	—
Volatility (6M) Calculated over the trailing 6-month period	—	5.60%	—
Volatility (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	7.36%	7.07%	+0.29%
Volatility (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized	7.36%	9.69%	-2.33%
Volatility (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized	7.36%	9.69%	-2.33%

SIXD vs. MART - Expense Ratio Comparison

Both SIXD and MART have an expense ratio of 0.74%.

Dividends

SIXD vs. MART - Dividend Comparison

Neither SIXD nor MART has paid dividends to shareholders.

Tickers have no history of dividend payments

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I hold both SIXD and MART in my portfolio?

With a correlation of 0.95, SIXD and MART 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, SIXD or MART?

Both ETFs have the same 0.74% expense ratio. The better choice depends on whether you care most about return, fees, risk, or income.

Which ETF is cheaper, SIXD or MART?

SIXD and MART have the same expense ratio: 0.74% per year.

Which ETF pays a higher dividend yield, SIXD or MART?

SIXD and MART have nearly identical dividend yields, around 0.00%.

What is the main difference between SIXD and MART?

SIXD is categorized as Defined Outcome, while MART is Options Trading.