
LOUP provides exposure to a narrow basket of stocks shaping the emergence of AI, robotics, autonomous vehicles, computer perception, and virtual/mixed/augmented reality. The fund is actively managed, selecting companies based on fundamental criteria tied to revenue and expenditures for growth in one of the areas. The fund aims to invest in companies considered to be on the frontier of the development of new technologies. The technological sub-themes may change over time but will stay relevant to the funds frontier technology theme. Prior to April 03, 2023, the fund was named Innovator Loup Frontier Tech ETF. Prior to Nov. 28, 2025 the fund track the Deepwater Frontier Tech Index.
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Innovator Deepwater Frontier Tech ETF offers diversified, actively managed exposure to next-generation tech themes, including AI, robotics, EVs, fintech, and energy. LOUP's portfolio balances high-growth and low-beta stocks, aiming to outperform the Morningstar Exponential Technologies Index through active security selection. Risks include manager discretion, thematic concentration, liquidity constraints, and potential for amplified losses in stressed markets.

Goldman Sachs Asset Management (GSAM) recently expanded its ETF lineup via the acquisition of Innovator ETFs. In addition to Innovator's notable suite of buffer ETFs, the deal also brings exciting active strategies like the Innovator Deepwater Frontier Tech ETF (LOUP), which focuses on cutting-edge tech stocks.


WHEATON, Ill., Dec. 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Innovator Capital Management, LLC (Innovator) announces the successful conversion of the Innovator Deepwater Frontier Tech ETF (LOUP) to an actively managed ETF, in order to build on the product's track record exceeding seven years.

LOUP offers exposure to 30 high achievers representing a few 'frontier technology' themes, including AI, EVs, fintech, etc. Despite its outstanding growth factor exposure and adequate quality, LOUP has underperformed IVV, QQQ, and SCHG since its inception. The ETF's high expense ratio and weak liquidity further reduce its long-term appeal compared to cheaper, more liquid alternatives like QQQ and SCHG.