If I own an ARK ETF, should I still consider an allocation to the buffered ETF, or is it an either/or?

It’s not either/or—investors can hold both. Here’s how they can work together for the ARK DIET Buffer ETFs, which have ARKK – the ARK Innovation ETF, as their reference fund:

• ARKK gives investors full participation in innovation growth—great for long-term, aggressive strategies.
• The ARK DIET ETFs give investors protection against downturns—ideal when an investor want to reduce short-term risk.

By combining both:

• An investor can stay invested in innovation through changing markets while adjusting their risk exposure based on personal needs or market cycles.

Some investors use the buffered ETF as a:

• “Soft entry” into the reference fund
• Risk-managed alternative during volatile times
• A partial replacement when nearing a financial milestone.