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The Best Leveraged Bonds ETFs

The table below compares the performance and other essential indicators like dividend yield and expense ratio of Leveraged Bonds ETFs.

Leveraged bond ETFs are exchange-traded funds that use financial derivatives, such as options and futures, to gain exposure to a leveraged or multiplied return on a bond index or bond sector. This means that the ETF aims to achieve a multiple of the return of a bond index or sector, typically 2x or 3x. For example, if the bond index or sector returns 2%, a 2x leveraged bond ETF would aim to return 4%. These types of ETFs can be helpful for investors looking for ways to magnify their returns on their bond investments, but they also carry a higher level of risk and may not be suitable for all investors.

It's important to note that leveraged ETFs are designed to achieve their stated leverage daily, not over a longer period. This means that the ETFs may not be suitable for long-term investment strategies, as the compounding effect of the daily leverage can cause the ETF to deviate significantly from its stated leverage over time.

Number of ETFs
14
Avg. Expense Ratio
0.98%
Avg. Dividend Yield
4.48%
Avg. 1 Year Return
23.73%
Median Risk/Return Score
12 / 100
The Best Leveraged Bonds ETFs

14 results

SymbolFull NameCategoryInceptionExpense RatioYTD Return10Y Return (Annualized)Dividend Yield

Risk / Return Rank

Max. DrawdownSharpe RatioSortino RatioOmega RatioMartin RatioCalmar RatioUlcer Index
T-Rex 2X Long Alphabet Daily Target ETFLeveraged BondsJan 10, 20241.05%
24.98%
0.24%
94
ETRACS Monthly Pay 2xLeveraged Preferred Stock ETNPreferred Stock/Convertible Bonds, Leveraged BondsSep 25, 20180.85%
-1.36%
12.62%
15
ProShares UltraShort 7-10 Year TreasuryInverse Bonds, Leveraged BondsApr 29, 20080.95%
5.33%
2.54%
3.06%
13
Return Stacked Bonds & Merger Arbitrage ETFLeveraged BondsDec 17, 20240.96%
-0.55%
3.39%
26
ProShares UltraShort 20+ Year TreasuryInverse Bonds, Leveraged BondsApr 29, 20080.93%
3.78%
2.08%
2.87%
10
Direxion Daily 20+ Year Treasury Bull 3X ETFLeveraged BondsApr 16, 20091.01%
-7.07%
-16.54%
4.20%
7
Direxion Daily 20-Year Treasury Bear 3XLeveraged BondsApr 16, 20091.04%
5.93%
-0.81%
2.59%
10
Roundhill Treasury Bond WeeklyPay ETFLeveraged BondsNov 12, 20250.99%
-2.50%
7.47%
UltraPro Short 20+ Year TreasuryLeveraged BondsMar 27, 20120.95%
4.26%
-1.22%
9.28%
9
Direxion Daily 7-10 Year Treasury Bull 3XLeveraged BondsApr 16, 20091.09%
-7.30%
-5.11%
3.27%
8
Direxion Daily 7-10 Year Treasury Bear 3XLeveraged BondsApr 16, 20091.08%
9.02%
1.84%
2.79%
15
ProShares Ultra 20+ Year TreasuryLeveraged BondsJan 19, 20100.95%
-3.43%
-8.29%
4.02%
9
ProShares Ultra High YieldLeveraged BondsApr 13, 20110.95%
0.18%
6.48%
3.37%
34
ProShares Ultra 7-10 Year TreasuryLeveraged BondsJan 19, 20100.95%
-3.69%
-2.19%
3.52%
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Best Leveraged Bonds ETFs by Risk/Return Score

The top Leveraged Bonds ETFs by PortfoliosLab Risk/Return Score are GOOX (94) and UJB (34). The score measures risk-adjusted performance over the past year, accounting for volatility, drawdown, and return consistency.

Best-Performing Leveraged Bonds ETFs Over 5 Years

The top Leveraged Bonds ETFs is TMV (19.39%). Across the lineup, Leveraged Bonds ETFs show an average 1-year return of 23.73% and an average 5-year return of 0.22%, providing a clearer view of performance across different investment horizons.

Lowest-Cost Leveraged Bonds ETFs

The top Leveraged Bonds ETFs is PFFL (0.85%). With an average expense ratio of 0.98%, Leveraged Bonds ETFs remain a low-cost option for investors seeking broad market exposure, sector allocations, and diversified portfolio building blocks.

Highest-Yield Leveraged Bonds ETFs

The top Leveraged Bonds ETFs is PFFL (12.62%). Across the lineup, Leveraged Bonds ETFs show an average dividend yield of 4.48%, offering investors a steady stream of income through regular dividend payments, making them attractive for income-seeking portfolios.

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