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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.

Number of ETFs
5
Avg. Expense Ratio
0.94%
Avg. Dividend Yield
3.13%
Avg. 1 Year Return
0.18%
Median Risk/Return Score
9 / 100
The Best Inverse Bonds ETFs

5 results

SymbolFull NameCategoryInceptionExpense RatioYTD Return10Y Return (Annualized)Dividend Yield

Risk / Return Rank

Max. DrawdownSharpe RatioSortino RatioOmega RatioMartin RatioCalmar RatioUlcer Index
ProShares UltraShort 7-10 Year TreasuryInverse Bonds, Leveraged BondsApr 29, 20080.95%
2.88%
2.55%
3.14%
11
ProShares Short High YieldInverse BondsMar 21, 20110.95%
-0.44%
-3.97%
3.47%
6
ProShares Short 20+ Year TreasuryInverse BondsAug 20, 20090.94%
-0.41%
2.69%
2.92%
9
ProShares UltraShort 20+ Year TreasuryInverse Bonds, Leveraged BondsApr 29, 20080.93%
-2.03%
2.01%
3.04%
7
ProShares Short 7-10 Year TreasuryInverse BondsApr 4, 20110.95%
2.03%
1.98%
3.07%
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Best Inverse Bonds ETFs by Risk/Return Score

The top Inverse Bonds ETFs by PortfoliosLab Risk/Return Score are TBX (16) and PST (11). 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 TBT (15.08%). Across the lineup, Inverse Bonds ETFs show an average 1-year return of 0.18% and an average 5-year return of 7.81%, providing a clearer view of performance across different investment horizons.

SymbolNameReturn 5YAUMInception
ProShares UltraShort 20+ Year Treasury
15.08%
309.41MApr 2008
ProShares Short 20+ Year Treasury
9.80%
103.81MAug 2009
ProShares UltraShort 7-10 Year Treasury
8.95%
11.48MApr 2008
ProShares Short 7-10 Year Treasury
5.80%
20.64MApr 2011
ProShares Short High Yield
-0.59%
56.62MMar 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.

SymbolNameExpense RatioAUMInception
ProShares UltraShort 20+ Year Treasury0.93%309.41MApr 2008
ProShares Short 20+ Year Treasury0.94%103.81MAug 2009
ProShares UltraShort 7-10 Year Treasury0.95%11.48MApr 2008
ProShares Short High Yield0.95%56.62MMar 2011
ProShares Short 7-10 Year Treasury0.95%20.64MApr 2011

Highest-Yield Inverse Bonds ETFs

The top Inverse Bonds ETFs is SJB (3.47%). Across the lineup, Inverse Bonds ETFs show an average dividend yield of 3.13%, offering investors a steady stream of income through regular dividend payments, making them attractive for income-seeking portfolios.

SymbolNameDividend YieldAUMInception
ProShares Short High Yield3.47%56.62MMar 2011
ProShares UltraShort 7-10 Year Treasury3.14%11.48MApr 2008
ProShares Short 7-10 Year Treasury3.07%20.64MApr 2011
ProShares UltraShort 20+ Year Treasury3.04%309.41MApr 2008
ProShares Short 20+ Year Treasury2.92%103.81MAug 2009

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