Innovator Defined Wealth Shield ETF

BALT

Market cap $1.68B

Innovator Defined Wealth Shield ETF offers 20% downside protection on SPY but severely caps upside, making it a loss mitigation tool rather than a growth vehicle. SPY remains a superior long-term investment due to its low cost, broad diversification, and strong historical performance versus BALT's capped returns. BALT's structure is best suited for investors prioritizing capital preservation over growth, but timing of entry within outcome periods is critical.

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