FT Cboe Vest Fund of Nasdaq-100 Buffer ETFs Price & Performance (BUFQ)

Shares of FT Vest Nasdaq-100 Buffer ETF (QMAR) experienced a significant decline in trading volume, with only 20,650 shares traded compared to the average of 63,398. This represents a 67% drop, coinciding with a 2.2% dip in stock price. The ETF's performance is raising questions among investors about its near-term prospects.12

As market volatility continues to rise amid economic concerns, investors are increasingly turning to volatility-hedged ETFs. These products, including options-based funds like FT Vest Laddered Buffer ETF, aim to reduce portfolio risks while offering capped gains. Such strategies are gaining traction as hedging tools in unpredictable market conditions.3

HighTower Advisors LLC reduced its holdings in FT Vest Nasdaq-100 Buffer ETF – June (QJUN) by 4.5% during the fourth quarter. Despite this, other institutional investors have been both buying and selling shares, reflecting mixed sentiment. The ETF recently traded at $27.40, with a market cap of $487.63 million.4