Innovator U.S. Equity Accelerated ETF - July Price & Performance (XDJL)

Institutional interest in the Innovator U.S. Equity Accelerated ETF – July (XDJL) has grown, with firms like JPMorgan Chase, Barclays, and Wolverine Trading significantly increasing their stakes. The ETF, which targets double the price return of the S&P 500 ETF over a one-year period, traded at $33.08 with low volume on Friday.12

Several Innovator ETFs, including the Premium Income 10 Barrier (APRD), Premium Income 40 Barrier (APRQ), and U.S. Equity Accelerated ETF (XDAP), were liquidated on April 9, 2025. Shareholders received payouts ranging from $24.54 to $35.70 per share, reflecting a strategic shift or product rationalization within the Innovator ETF lineup.34

Defined outcome ETFs, such as the Innovator Equity Defined Protection series, are seeing increased adoption. These funds use FLEX Options to target specific risk and return profiles over set timeframes, appealing to investors seeking predictable outcomes amid market volatility. The approach is reshaping how investors manage market risk.567