
FT Vest Laddered Nasdaq Buffer ETF
BUFQBATSFirst TrustAlternative
As of Oct 23, 2026 close
- Assets (AUM)
- $1.68B
- Expense ratio
- 1.00%
- Dividend yield
- -
- Holdings
- 6
- 52-week range
- $34.25$41.15
- Volume (live)
- -
- Avg. volume (3M)
- 205.41K
BUFQ ETF Holdings: FT Vest Laddered Nasdaq Buffer ETF
Every listed position with its portfolio weight, plus sector breakdown and geographic exposure for this Alternative ETF. Analyze fund diversification and concentration.
Portfolio Allocations
Distribution breakdown by sector, asset type, and geographic region. Understand the fund's diversification strategy across markets and asset classes.
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All 9 BUFQ Holdings by Portfolio Weight
Holdings as of Oct 4, 2026. Ticker, name, asset type and portfolio weight for each position.
| # | Symbol | Name | Type | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | BATS:QSPT | First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII - FT Cboe Vest Nasdaq-100 Buffer ETF - September | Cash | 25.34% |
| 2 | #QSPT | FT Vest Nasdaq-100 Buffer ETF - September | Stock | 25.05% |
| 3 | #QDEC | FT Vest Nasdaq-100 Buffer ETF - December | Stock | 24.99% |
| 4 | #QJUN | FT Vest Nasdaq-100 Buffer ETF - June | Stock | 24.96% |
| 5 | #QMAR | FT Vest Nasdaq-100 Buffer ETF - March | Stock | 24.96% |
| 6 | BATS:QDEC | First Trust Exchange - Traded Fund VIII - FT Cboe Vest Growth-100 Buffer ETF - December | Cash | 24.91% |
| 7 | BATS:QJUN | First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII - FT Cboe Vest Growth-100 Buffer ETF - June | Cash | 24.89% |
| 8 | BATS:QMAR | FT Cboe Vest Growth-100 Buffer ETF - March | Cash | 24.82% |
| 9 | MUTF:MISXX | Morgan Stanley Instl Lqudty Trs Instl | Stock | 0.03% |
Source: Fund holdings disclosures. Data as of Oct 4, 2026. Data sources and methodology
Frequently Asked Questions About FT Vest Laddered Nasdaq Buffer ETF Holdings
What are the top holdings in BUFQ?
As of Oct 4, 2026, FT Vest Laddered Nasdaq Buffer ETF (BUFQ) holds 6 securities. The largest are First Trust Exchange-Traded Fund VIII - FT Cboe Vest Nasdaq-100 Buffer ETF - September (25.34%), FT Vest Nasdaq-100 Buffer ETF - September (25.05%), FT Vest Nasdaq-100 Buffer ETF - December (24.99%). The holdings table lists each position by portfolio weight with its ticker, name and asset type.
How concentrated is BUFQ's portfolio?
Portfolio concentration is measured by the weight of top holdings. A concentrated portfolio has fewer large positions with higher individual weights, while a diversified portfolio distributes holdings more evenly. Review BUFQ's holdings table to analyze concentration risk.
What is BUFQ's sector allocation?
The Sector Allocation chart shows how BUFQ distributes investments across different industries like Technology, Healthcare, Financials, and more. This sector exposure helps understand the fund's industry diversification strategy.
What countries does BUFQ invest in?
BUFQ's geographic exposure is shown in the Countries tab under Portfolio Allocations. This reveals the fund's international diversification and exposure to different regions and global markets.
How diversified is BUFQ ETF?
BUFQ's diversification can be assessed by reviewing its 6 holdings (as of Oct 4, 2026), sector allocation, and geographic exposure. A well-diversified ETF spreads investments across multiple securities, sectors, and regions to reduce concentration risk.