The Best Inverse Equities ETFs
The table below compares the performance and other essential indicators like dividend yield and expense ratio of Inverse Equities ETFs.
Inverse Equities ETFs, also known as "short" or "bear" ETFs, are exchange-traded funds that seek to provide returns that are opposite of the performance of a particular equity index or benchmark. These ETFs use investment techniques such as short selling, derivatives, and options to achieve this goal.
For instance, if an ETF tracks the S&P 500 index and it's an inverse ETF, it will aim to produce returns that are opposite to the S&P 500 index. So if the index goes up by 1%, the ETF will aim to go down by 1%, and vice versa. This can help investors to profit from a declining market or hedge against market risk.
Inverse ETFs are considered a more advanced investment strategy and are suitable for experienced investors with a high-risk tolerance and looking for a more active investment strategy. It's important to note that these ETFs are usually more complex and volatile than traditional ETFs, and investors should carefully consider the risks before investing. They are also designed to be held for short-term and not long-term investments.
- Number of ETFs
- 86
- Avg. Expense Ratio
- 1.16%
- Avg. Dividend Yield
- 7.84%
- Avg. 1 Year Return
- -32.68%
- Median Risk/Return Score
- 2 / 100
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Best Inverse Equities ETFs by Risk/Return Score
| Symbol | Name | Risk / Return Rank | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Direxion Daily NFLX Bear 1X Shares | 39 | 5.31M | Oct 2024 | |
| T-REX 2X Inverse MSTR Daily Target ETF | 27 | 118.12M | Sep 2024 | |
| Volatility Shares -1x Short VIX Futures ETF | 26 | 215.09M | Mar 2022 | |
| Defiance Daily Target 2X Short MSTR ETF | 24 | 30.99M | Aug 2024 | |
| Direxion Daily MSFT Bear 1X Shares | 17 | 13.89M | Sep 2022 |
Best-Performing Inverse Equities ETFs Over 5 Years
| Symbol | Name | Return 5Y | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AdvisorShares Dorsey Wright Short ETF | -1.81% | 9.48M | Jul 2018 | |
| ProShares Short FTSE China 50 | -2.19% | 4.57M | Mar 2010 | |
| ProShares Decline of the Retail Store ETF | -2.80% | 3.01M | Nov 2017 | |
| AdvisorShares Ranger Equity Bear ETF | -3.13% | 63.43M | Jan 2011 | |
| ProShares Short MSCI Emerging Markets | -3.90% | 10.21M | Nov 2007 |
Lowest-Cost Inverse Equities ETFs
| Symbol | Name | Expense Ratio | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Direxion Daily S&P 500 Bear 1x Shares | 0.50% | 213.79M | Jun 2016 | |
| Direxion Daily Magnificent 7 Bear 1X Shares | 0.57% | 27.70M | Mar 2024 | |
| ProShares Decline of the Retail Store ETF | 0.66% | 3.01M | Nov 2017 | |
| Tradr Short Innovation Daily ETF | 0.75% | 56.18M | Nov 2021 | |
| ProShares UltraPro Short S&P500 | 0.90% | 463.25M | Jun 2009 |
Highest-Yield Inverse Equities ETFs
| Symbol | Name | Dividend Yield | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| YieldMax Short TSLA Option Income Strategy ETF | 93.62% | 16.00M | May 2024 | |
| YieldMax Short COIN Option Income Strategy ETF | 91.05% | 35.89M | Jul 2024 | |
| YieldMax Ultra Short Option Income Strategy ETF | 73.54% | 18.28M | Aug 2025 | |
| YieldMax Short NVDA Option Income Strategy ETF | 65.76% | 9.12M | Jul 2024 | |
| Direxion Daily Semiconductor Bear 3x Shares | 49.06% | 2.01B | Mar 2010 |
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