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Innovator ETFs Trust - Innovator International Developed Power Buffer ETF - July (IOCT)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
10/24/2025: IOCT (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type ETF | Historic Profit 7.55% | Avg. Invested days 63 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | ETF Returns Performance  2.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/24/2025 |
Key Highlights
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 0.47 | 52 Weeks Range 28.36 - 32.95 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 28.36 - 32.95 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Innovator ETFs Trust - Innovator International Developed Power Buffer ETF - July
ETF Overview
Overview
The Innovator International Developed Power Buffer ETF - July (IJUL) is designed to provide investors with buffered exposure to the returns of the MSCI EAFE Index, up to a predetermined cap, over a one-year period while protecting against a specified level of downside risk. It invests in FLEX Options on the MSCI EAFE Index.
Reputation and Reliability
Innovator ETFs is known for its defined outcome ETFs, focusing on providing specific risk and return profiles.
Management Expertise
Innovator ETFs has a specialized team focused on structured outcome investment products.
Investment Objective
Goal
To provide buffered exposure to the upside return of the MSCI EAFE Index, up to a cap, while providing downside protection over a defined one-year period.
Investment Approach and Strategy
Strategy: Employs a defined outcome strategy using FLEX Options on the MSCI EAFE Index.
Composition Primarily holds FLEX Options on the MSCI EAFE Index.
Market Position
Market Share: Data not readily available for this specific ETF's market share.
Total Net Assets (AUM): 23550000
Competitors
Key Competitors
- EFA
- VEA
- IEFA
Competitive Landscape
The international developed market ETF space is dominated by broad market ETFs like EFA, VEA, and IEFA. IJUL differentiates itself through its defined outcome strategy, offering buffered downside protection and capped upside potential, which appeals to investors seeking specific risk management features. Competitors offer broad market exposure without defined outcome constraints, providing different risk/return profiles.
Financial Performance
Historical Performance: Historical performance varies and depends on the outcome period and market conditions. Consult the fund's fact sheet for details.
Benchmark Comparison: Performance is compared to the MSCI EAFE Index, but with the buffered downside and capped upside features.
Expense Ratio: 0.79
Liquidity
Average Trading Volume
The average trading volume is relatively low, which might lead to slightly wider bid-ask spreads.
Bid-Ask Spread
The bid-ask spread may be wider than more liquid, broad-based ETFs due to the defined outcome strategy and options-based structure.
Market Dynamics
Market Environment Factors
Performance is influenced by the performance of developed international equity markets, interest rates, and the volatility of the MSCI EAFE Index.
Growth Trajectory
Growth depends on investor demand for defined outcome ETFs and their interest in international developed market exposure with downside protection.
Moat and Competitive Advantages
Competitive Edge
IJUL's competitive advantage lies in its defined outcome strategy, providing a specific risk/return profile through options contracts. This allows investors to manage downside risk while participating in potential market gains, all within a transparent and rule-based framework. It caters to investors seeking defined risk parameters, unlike traditional market-cap weighted ETFs. The defined outcome feature sets it apart from broad international equity ETFs.
Risk Analysis
Volatility
Volatility is limited by the downside buffer, but the capped upside means it may not fully participate in bull markets.
Market Risk
Faces risks associated with international developed equity markets, including currency risk, economic downturns, and political instability.
Investor Profile
Ideal Investor Profile
IJUL is suitable for investors seeking downside protection in international developed markets with a willingness to accept capped upside potential.
Market Risk
Best suited for investors with a moderate risk tolerance seeking downside protection and defined outcomes rather than pure market exposure.
Summary
IJUL offers defined outcome exposure to the MSCI EAFE Index, providing a downside buffer and capped upside. It caters to investors seeking controlled risk in international developed markets. The fund uses FLEX Options to achieve its investment objective, making it distinct from traditional market-cap weighted ETFs. Its defined outcome strategy provides a unique tool for managing risk and reward within an investment portfolio.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Innovator ETFs Website
- ETF.com
- Morningstar
Disclaimers:
The data provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Consult with a financial advisor before making any investment decisions. Market share data may not be exact due to reporting lags.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About Innovator ETFs Trust - Innovator International Developed Power Buffer ETF - July
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The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in FLexible EXchange® Options ("FLEX Options") that reference the iShares MSCI EAFE ETF. FLEX Options are exchange-traded options contracts with uniquely customizable terms. Although guaranteed for settlement by the Options Clearing Corporation (the "OCC"), FLEX Options are still subject to counterparty risk with the OCC and may be less liquid than more traditional exchange-traded options. The fund is non-diversified.
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