DMAR — FT Vest US Equity Deep Buffer ETF - March
FT Vest US Equity Deep Buffer ETF - March (ticker: DMAR) is a equity ETF issued by First Trust tracking ACTIVE - No Index. It was launched on 2021-03-19.
About DMAR
DMAR is an actively managed U.S. large-cap equity ETF that implements a buy-write strategy. The fund primarily holds options on the SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust, alongside a small allocation to U.S. dollars. It aims to provide buffered returns against potential downturns in the S&P 500 over a specific outcome period.
Investors might consider DMAR for exposure to U.S. large-cap equities with a built-in buffer against losses, potentially limiting downside risk while participating in some upside. The ETF has a limited number of holdings, focusing on achieving its buffered outcome.
- DMAR is an actively managed U.S. large-cap equity ETF.
- The fund utilizes a buy-write strategy, holding 5 positions, primarily options on SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust.
- It aims to provide a defined buffer against losses to investors over a specific outcome period.
- The expense ratio for DMAR is 0.01%.
- First Trust is the issuer of the ETF.
Returns (Total Return)
| Period | Return |
|---|---|
| 1 Day | -0.10% |
| 1 Week | 0.17% |
| 1 Month | 1.26% |
| 3 Months | 6.27% |
| 6 Months | 8.16% |
| YTD | 7.21% |
| 1 Year | 14.75% |
| 3 Years | 40.91% |
| 5 Years | 45.64% |
| 10 Years | — |
| Since Inception | — |
Top Holdings
| # | Security | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2026-03-20 SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust C 5.63 | N/A | 109.53% |
| 2 | 2026-03-20 SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust C 5.63 | N/A | 109.53% |
| 3 | 2026-03-20 SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust C 5.63 | N/A | 109.53% |
| 4 | 2026-03-20 SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust C 5.63 | N/A | 109.53% |
| 5 | 2026-03-20 SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust C 5.63 | N/A | 109.53% |
| 6 | 2026-03-20 SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust C 5.63 | N/A | 109.53% |
| 7 | 2026-03-20 SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust C 5.63 | N/A | 108.54% |
| 8 | 2026-03-20 SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust C 5.63 | N/A | 108.54% |
| 9 | 2026-03-20 SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust C 5.63 | N/A | 108.54% |
| 10 | 2026-03-20 SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust C 5.63 | N/A | 108.54% |
Fund Profile
| Issuer | First Trust |
|---|---|
| Brand | FT Vest |
| Asset Class | equity |
| Strategy | Buy-write |
| Structure | ETF |
| Category | Volatility Hedged Equity |
| Segment | Equity: U.S. - Large Cap |
| Region | North America |
| Index Tracked | ACTIVE - No Index |
| Inception Date | 2021-03-19 |
| Tax on Distributions | Ordinary income |
Quick Facts
| Ticker | DMAR |
|---|---|
| Full Name | FT Vest US Equity Deep Buffer ETF - March |
| Issuer | First Trust |
| Asset Class | equity |
| Expense Ratio | 0.01% |
| AUM | $420.28M |
| Inception | 2021-03-19 |
| Index Tracked | ACTIVE - No Index |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does DMAR track?
DMAR (FT Vest US Equity Deep Buffer ETF - March) tracks ACTIVE - No Index, a equity benchmark.
What is the expense ratio of DMAR?
DMAR has an expense ratio of 0.01% per year.
What is the AUM of DMAR?
DMAR has approximately $420.28M in assets under management.
Does DMAR pay a dividend?
DMAR distributes income according to its prospectus (Ordinary income tax treatment). Check the dividend history tab for ex-dividend dates and yield.
Who issues DMAR?
DMAR is issued by First Trust under the FT Vest brand, launched on 2021-03-19.
Open the interactive DMAR dashboard for charts, historical fund flows, holdings breakdown and seasonality patterns.