FT Vest Laddered Small Cap Moderate Buffer ETF
BUFSBATSFirst TrustAlternative
As of Oct 23, 2026 close
- Assets (AUM)
- $193.02M
- Expense ratio
- 1.01%
- Dividend yield
- -
- Holdings
- 6
- 52-week range
- $21.79$25.61
- Volume (live)
- -
- Avg. volume (3M)
- 28.31K
BUFS ETF: FT Vest Laddered Small Cap Moderate Buffer ETF - Price, Holdings & Analysis
FT Vest Laddered Small Cap Moderate Buffer ETF Price Chart
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Financial Metrics & Key Statistics
Fund characteristics, expense ratio, dividend yield, and performance metrics
| Day's Range | $24.51 - $24.66 |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $25.61 |
| 52-Week Low | $21.79 |
| Open | $24.66 |
| Volume (last close) | 31.52K |
| Average Volume (3M) | 28.31K |
| 1 Day Change | +0.12% |
|---|---|
| 1 Month Change | −0.64% |
| 6 Month Change | +2.54% |
| YTD Change | +7.58% |
| 1 Year Change | +8.91% |
| Annual Dividend | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 0.00% |
| Assets (AUM) | $193.02M |
|---|---|
| Expense Ratio | 1.01% |
| Total Holdings | 6 |
| Inception Date | May 28, 2024 |
| 50-Day MA | $25.02 |
|---|---|
| 200-Day MA | $24.30 |
| RSI | 45.45 |
| Stochastic %K | 28.60 |
| Stochastic %D | 13.27 |
Source: Exchange price data and fund disclosures. Data as of Oct 23, 2026. Data sources and methodology
BUFS at a Glance
FT Vest Laddered Small Cap Moderate Buffer ETF (BUFS) is an alternative ETF from First Trust, launched in May 2024. It manages $193.02M in assets and charges a 1.01% expense ratio, about $101 a year per $10,000 invested.
As of its Oct 4, 2026 holdings, it holds 6 positions. The largest are FT Vest U.S. Small Cap Moderate Buffer ETF - November (#SNOV, 25.36%), FT Cboe Vest U.S. Small Cap Moderate Buffer ETF - November (SNOV, 25.05%) and FT Vest U.S. Small Cap Moderate Buffer ETF â February (BATS:SFEB, 24.97%). By sector it leans toward Healthcare (21.3%), Financials (17.9%) and Technology (13.6%). 97.3% of assets are in the United States.
It does not currently pay distributions. As of the Oct 23, 2026 close, the share price is up 8.9% over one year (price change, excluding distributions).
Frequently Asked Questions About FT Vest Laddered Small Cap Moderate Buffer ETF
What is the current price of BUFS?
The latest BUFS price is $24.65 (Oct 23, 2026 close). The 52-week range is $21.79–$25.61. The share price is up 8.9% over the past year (price change, excluding distributions).
What is the expense ratio for BUFS?
BUFS's annual expense ratio is 1.01%. This represents the yearly cost of holding the fund, deducted from total returns. Compare with similar Alternative ETFs in the ETF Screener.
Does BUFS pay dividends?
FT Vest Laddered Small Cap Moderate Buffer ETF does not currently pay dividends. Check the ETF Screener for dividend-focused alternatives in the Alternative category.
What are the top holdings of BUFS?
As of Oct 4, 2026, BUFS's largest holdings are FT Vest U.S. Small Cap Moderate Buffer ETF - November (25.4%), FT Cboe Vest U.S. Small Cap Moderate Buffer ETF - November (25.0%), FT Vest U.S. Small Cap Moderate Buffer ETF â February (25.0%) (combined weight: 75.4%). The fund holds 6 total positions. View the complete portfolio breakdown in the Holdings section.
How does BUFS compare to similar ETFs?
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