The Best Inverse Bonds ETFs
The table below compares the performance and other essential indicators like dividend yield and expense ratio of Inverse Bonds ETFs.
- Number of ETFs
- 5
- Avg. Expense Ratio
- 0.94%
- Avg. Dividend Yield
- 2.94%
- Avg. 1 Year Return
- 2.03%
- Median Risk/Return Score
- 14 / 100
The Best Inverse Bonds ETFs
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| Symbol | Full Name | Category | Inception | Expense Ratio | YTD Return | 10Y Return (Annualized) | Dividend Yield | Risk / Return Rank | Max. Drawdown | Sharpe Ratio | Sortino Ratio | Omega Ratio | Martin Ratio | Calmar Ratio | Ulcer Index |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ProShares UltraShort 7-10 Year Treasury | Inverse Bonds, Leveraged Bonds | Apr 29, 2008 | 0.95% | 5.91% | 2.84% | 2.83% | 14 | ||||||||
| ProShares Short High Yield | Inverse Bonds | Mar 21, 2011 | 0.95% | 0.64% | -3.55% | 3.61% | 9 | ||||||||
| ProShares Short 20+ Year Treasury | Inverse Bonds | Aug 20, 2009 | 0.94% | 4.03% | 3.39% | 2.73% | 14 | ||||||||
| ProShares UltraShort 20+ Year Treasury | Inverse Bonds, Leveraged Bonds | Apr 29, 2008 | 0.93% | 6.03% | 3.34% | 2.64% | 10 | ||||||||
| ProShares Short 7-10 Year Treasury | Inverse Bonds | Apr 4, 2011 | 0.95% | 3.73% | 2.17% | 2.87% | 21 |
Best Inverse Bonds ETFs by Risk/Return Score
The top Inverse Bonds ETFs by PortfoliosLab Risk/Return Score are TBX (21) and PST (14).
The score measures risk-adjusted performance over the past year, accounting for volatility, drawdown, and return consistency.
| Symbol | Name | Risk / Return Rank | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ProShares Short 7-10 Year Treasury | 21 | 16.41M | Apr 2011 | |
| ProShares UltraShort 7-10 Year Treasury | 14 | 11.56M | Apr 2008 | |
| ProShares Short 20+ Year Treasury | 14 | 88.49M | Aug 2009 | |
| ProShares UltraShort 20+ Year Treasury | 10 | 289.01M | Apr 2008 | |
| ProShares Short High Yield | 9 | 53.78M | Mar 2011 |
Best-Performing Inverse Bonds ETFs Over 5 Years
The top Inverse Bonds ETFs is TBT (19.16%).
Across the lineup, Inverse Bonds ETFs show an average 1-year return of 2.03% and an average 5-year return of 9.53%, providing a clearer view of performance across different investment horizons.
| Symbol | Name | Return 5Y | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ProShares UltraShort 20+ Year Treasury | 19.16% | 289.01M | Apr 2008 | |
| ProShares Short 20+ Year Treasury | 11.80% | 88.49M | Aug 2009 | |
| ProShares UltraShort 7-10 Year Treasury | 10.42% | 11.56M | Apr 2008 | |
| ProShares Short 7-10 Year Treasury | 6.59% | 16.41M | Apr 2011 | |
| ProShares Short High Yield | -0.31% | 53.78M | Mar 2011 |
Lowest-Cost Inverse Bonds ETFs
The top Inverse Bonds ETFs is TBT (0.93%).
With an average expense ratio of 0.94%, Inverse Bonds ETFs remain a low-cost option for investors seeking broad market exposure, sector allocations, and diversified portfolio building blocks.
| Symbol | Name | Expense Ratio | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ProShares UltraShort 20+ Year Treasury | 0.93% | 289.01M | Apr 2008 | |
| ProShares Short 20+ Year Treasury | 0.94% | 88.49M | Aug 2009 | |
| ProShares Short 7-10 Year Treasury | 0.95% | 16.41M | Apr 2011 | |
| ProShares Short High Yield | 0.95% | 53.78M | Mar 2011 | |
| ProShares UltraShort 7-10 Year Treasury | 0.95% | 11.56M | Apr 2008 |
Highest-Yield Inverse Bonds ETFs
The top Inverse Bonds ETFs is SJB (3.61%).
Across the lineup, Inverse Bonds ETFs show an average dividend yield of 2.94%, offering investors a steady stream of income through regular dividend payments, making them attractive for income-seeking portfolios.
| Symbol | Name | Dividend Yield | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ProShares Short High Yield | 3.61% | 53.78M | Mar 2011 | |
| ProShares Short 7-10 Year Treasury | 2.87% | 16.41M | Apr 2011 | |
| ProShares UltraShort 7-10 Year Treasury | 2.83% | 11.56M | Apr 2008 | |
| ProShares Short 20+ Year Treasury | 2.73% | 88.49M | Aug 2009 | |
| ProShares UltraShort 20+ Year Treasury | 2.64% | 289.01M | Apr 2008 |
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