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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.

Inverse Bond ETFs and funds seek to rise when a specified bond index or bond market segment falls, typically through derivatives. Many reset their exposure daily, so returns over longer periods can differ substantially from the simple inverse of the benchmark because of compounding.

Number of ETFs
6
Avg. Expense Ratio
0.87%
Avg. Dividend Yield
3.70%
Avg. 1 Year Return
6.76%
Median Risk/Return Score
29 / 100
The Best Inverse Bonds ETFs

6 results

SymbolFull NameCategoryInceptionExpense RatioYTD Return10Y Return (Annualized)Dividend YieldRisk / Return RankMax. DrawdownSharpe RatioSortino RatioOmega RatioMartin RatioCalmar RatioUlcer Index
Simplify Interest Rate Hedge ETFInverse Bonds, Nontraditional BondsMay 10, 20210.50%
11.17%
7.78%
17
ProShares UltraShort 7-10 Year TreasuryInverse Bonds, Leveraged BondsApr 29, 20080.95%
7.47%
3.04%
2.79%
35
ProShares Short High YieldInverse BondsMar 21, 20110.95%
0.84%
-3.48%
3.60%
12
ProShares Short 20+ Year TreasuryInverse BondsAug 20, 20090.94%
6.37%
3.62%
2.67%
32
ProShares UltraShort 20+ Year TreasuryInverse Bonds, Leveraged BondsApr 29, 20080.93%
10.43%
3.75%
2.54%
26
ProShares Short 7-10 Year TreasuryInverse BondsApr 4, 20110.95%
4.60%
2.28%
2.84%
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Best Inverse Bonds ETFs by Risk/Return Score

The top Inverse Bonds ETFs by PortfoliosLab Risk/Return Score are TBX (48) and PST (35). The score measures risk-adjusted performance over the past year, accounting for volatility, drawdown, and return consistency.

Best-Performing Inverse Bonds ETFs Over 5 Years

The top Inverse Bonds ETFs is PFIX (23.80%). Across the lineup, Inverse Bonds ETFs show an average 1-year return of 6.76% and an average 5-year return of 12.61%, providing a clearer view of performance across different investment horizons.

SymbolNameReturn 5YAUMInception
Simplify Interest Rate Hedge ETF
23.80%
182.81MMay 2021
ProShares UltraShort 20+ Year Treasury
21.15%
317.44MApr 2008
ProShares Short 20+ Year Treasury
12.77%
105.18MAug 2009
ProShares UltraShort 7-10 Year Treasury
11.21%
10.62MApr 2008
ProShares Short 7-10 Year Treasury
7.00%
20.91MApr 2011

Lowest-Cost Inverse Bonds ETFs

The top Inverse Bonds ETFs is PFIX (0.50%). With an average expense ratio of 0.87%, Inverse Bonds ETFs remain a low-cost option for investors seeking broad market exposure, sector allocations, and diversified portfolio building blocks.

SymbolNameExpense RatioAUMInception
Simplify Interest Rate Hedge ETF0.50%182.81MMay 2021
ProShares UltraShort 20+ Year Treasury0.93%317.44MApr 2008
ProShares Short 20+ Year Treasury0.94%105.18MAug 2009
ProShares Short High Yield0.95%47.96MMar 2011
ProShares UltraShort 7-10 Year Treasury0.95%10.62MApr 2008

Highest-Yield Inverse Bonds ETFs

The top Inverse Bonds ETFs is PFIX (7.78%). Across the lineup, Inverse Bonds ETFs show an average dividend yield of 3.70%, offering investors a steady stream of income through regular dividend payments, making them attractive for income-seeking portfolios.

SymbolNameDividend YieldAUMInception
Simplify Interest Rate Hedge ETF7.78%182.81MMay 2021
ProShares Short High Yield3.60%47.96MMar 2011
ProShares Short 7-10 Year Treasury2.84%20.91MApr 2011
ProShares UltraShort 7-10 Year Treasury2.79%10.62MApr 2008
ProShares Short 20+ Year Treasury2.67%105.18MAug 2009

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