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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
89
Avg. Expense Ratio
1.15%
Avg. Dividend Yield
7.73%
Avg. 1 Year Return
-27.13%
Median Risk/Return Score
2 / 100
The Best Inverse Equities ETFs

89 results

SymbolFull NameCategoryInceptionExpense RatioYTD Return10Y Return (Annualized)Dividend Yield

Risk / Return Rank

Max. DrawdownSharpe RatioSortino RatioOmega RatioMartin RatioCalmar RatioUlcer Index
ProShares Short S&P Mid Cap400Inverse EquitiesJun 19, 20060.95%
-11.41%
-10.98%
4.31%
2
Tradr 2X Short NBIS Daily ETFInverse EquitiesJan 21, 20261.49%0.00%
Direxion Daily NFLX Bear 1X SharesInverse EquitiesOct 2, 20241.03%
18.22%
3.00%
56
GraniteShares 2x Short NVDA Daily ETFInverse EquitiesAug 21, 20231.50%
-24.76%
15.72%
3
Direxion Daily NVDA Bear 1X SharesInverse EquitiesSep 12, 20231.01%
-8.30%
3.56%
3
T-Rex 2X Inverse NVIDIA Daily Target ETFInverse EquitiesOct 18, 20231.05%
-26.96%
0.36%
2
Tradr 1.25X NVDA Bear Daily ETFInverse EquitiesJul 13, 20221.15%
-16.63%
17.02%
3
MicroSectorsTM Oil & Gas Exploration & Production ...Inverse EquitiesNov 8, 20210.95%
-53.09%
0.00%
1
Defiance Daily Target 2X Short OKLO ETFInverse Equities, Leveraged Equities, Utilities EquitiesNov 25, 20251.31%
-55.10%
0.00%
Direxion Daily ORCL Bear 1X ETFInverse Equities, Technology EquitiesNov 19, 20250.97%
17.86%
1.22%
Direxion Daily PANW Bear 1X SharesInverse EquitiesFeb 10, 20251.02%
-50.06%
5.21%
1
Direxion Daily PLTR Bear 1X SharesInverse EquitiesDec 11, 20240.98%
17.41%
2.99%
6
Defiance Daily Target 2X Short PLTR ETFInverse EquitiesJun 5, 20251.29%
7.18%
0.00%
4
ProShares Short QQQInverse EquitiesJun 19, 20060.95%
-12.73%
-18.80%
4.39%
1
Defiance Daily Target 2X Short QBTS ETFInverse EquitiesOct 6, 20251.29%
-84.12%
0.00%
Direxion Daily QCOM Bear 1X SharesInverse EquitiesJun 24, 20251.00%
-22.07%
3.84%
4
ProShares UltraShort QQQ MegaInverse Equities, Leveraged EquitiesJun 10, 20250.95%
-8.74%
5.39%
2
Direxion Daily Magnificent 7 Bear 1X SharesInverse EquitiesMar 6, 20240.57%
0.15%
3.07%
3
Defiance Daily Target 2X Short RGTI ETFInverse EquitiesOct 8, 20251.29%
-77.77%
0.00%
Defiance Daily Target 2X Short RKLB ETFInverse Equities, Leveraged Equities, Aerospace & DefenseNov 17, 20251.29%
-91.39%
0.00%

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Best Inverse Equities ETFs by Risk/Return Score

The top Inverse Equities ETFs by PortfoliosLab Risk/Return Score are NFXS (56) and MSTZ (45). The score measures risk-adjusted performance over the past year, accounting for volatility, drawdown, and return consistency.

Best-Performing Inverse Equities ETFs Over 5 Years

The top Inverse Equities ETFs is YXI (-2.39%). Across the lineup, Inverse Equities ETFs show an average 1-year return of -27.13% and an average 5-year return of -20.26%, providing a clearer view of performance across different investment horizons.

Lowest-Cost Inverse Equities ETFs

The top Inverse Equities ETFs is SPDN (0.50%). With an average expense ratio of 1.15%, Inverse Equities ETFs remain a low-cost option for investors seeking broad market exposure, sector allocations, and diversified portfolio building blocks.

Highest-Yield Inverse Equities ETFs

The top Inverse Equities ETFs is FIAT (105.84%). Across the lineup, Inverse Equities ETFs show an average dividend yield of 7.73%, offering investors a steady stream of income through regular dividend payments, making them attractive for income-seeking portfolios.

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Risk vs. Return Scatterplot

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