FT Vest U.S. Equity Deep Buffer ETF - October

Frequently Asked Questions About DOCT

What does DOCT invest in?

The FT Vest U.S. Equity Deep Buffer ETF - October (the "Fund") aims to offer investors returns that align with the price performance of the SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (referred to as the "Underlying ETF"). This objective includes an upside ceiling, or cap, of 11.73% on potential gains. Simultaneously, the Fund is designed to shield against losses in the Underlying ETF, providing a buffer for declines between -5% and -30%. Both the targeted returns and the protective buffer are calculated before any fees and expenses are applied, spanning the period from October 20, 2025, to October 16, 2026.

What is the expense ratio of DOCT?

FT Vest U.S. Equity Deep Buffer ETF - October (DOCT) charges an expense ratio of 0.85%. This is the annual fee deducted from fund assets to cover management and operations.

How big is DOCT?

FT Vest U.S. Equity Deep Buffer ETF - October (DOCT) manages $395.4M in total assets. AUM determines bid-ask liquidity and the fund's vulnerability to closure — funds below ~$50M are at higher risk of liquidation.

Is DOCT actively managed or an index fund?

DOCT's management style is described in the fund's prospectus. See the description on the Summary tab for the published strategy.

When was DOCT launched?

FT Vest U.S. Equity Deep Buffer ETF - October (DOCT) launched in October 2020 and is managed by First Trust.

How has DOCT performed?

DOCT's total return — price change plus reinvested distributions — is charted at the top of this page. Switch the price chart to Total Return and pick a 1-year, 3-year, 5-year, or 10-year window to read the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over each horizon.