- Issuer
- VanEck
- Inception Date
- Dec 22, 2025
- Region
- Global (Global)
- Category
- Cryptocurrency
- Leveraged
- 1x (No leverage)
- Index Tracked
- MarketVector Avalanche Benchmark Rate
- Asset Class
- Cryptocurrency
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Performance
VAVX Performance Chart
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Returns By Period
VanEck Avalanche ETF
- 1D
- -5.31%
- 1M
- -30.87%
- YTD
- —
- 6M
- —
- 1Y
- —
- 3Y*
- —
- 5Y*
- —
- 10Y*
- —
Benchmark (S&P 500 Index)
- 1D
- 0.00%
- 1M
- -0.71%
- YTD
- 8.39%
- 6M
- 8.57%
- 1Y
- 24.33%
- 3Y*
- 18.94%
- 5Y*
- 12.24%
- 10Y*
- 13.54%
VAVX Monthly Returns History
Based on dividend-adjusted daily data since Jan 26, 2026, VAVX's average daily return is -0.52%, while the average monthly return is -9.07%.
Historically, 33% of months were positive and 67% were negative. The best month was Apr 2026 with a return of +2.7%, while the worst month was Jun 2026 at -27.7%. The longest winning streak lasted 2 consecutive months, and the longest losing streak was 2 months.
On a daily basis, VAVX closed higher 45% of trading days. The best single day was Feb 25, 2026 with a return of +16.0%, while the worst single day was Feb 5, 2026 at -14.8%.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -8.57% | -18.07% | 0.22% | 2.69% | -2.96% | -27.73% | -45.93% |
Benchmark Metrics
VanEck Avalanche ETF has an annualized alpha of -83.25%, beta of 2.56, and R2 of 0.31 versus S&P 500 Index. Calculated based on daily prices since January 26, 2026.
- This ETF participated in 312.26% of S&P 500 Index downside but only -36.93% of its upside - more exposed to losses than it benefited from rallies.
- R2 of 0.31 means the benchmark explains less than half of this ETF's behavior - treat beta with caution or consider switching to a more representative benchmark.
- Alpha
- -83.25%
- Beta
- 2.56
- R²
- 0.31
- Upside Capture
- -36.93%
- Downside Capture
- 312.26%
Expense Ratio
VAVX has an expense ratio of 0.20%, which is considered low.
Return for Risk
Return / Risk — by metrics
The table below present risk-adjusted performance metrics for VanEck Avalanche ETF (VAVX) and compare them to S&P 500 Index.
Values are calculated on a 1-year rolling basis and updated daily. Risk-adjusted metrics are more stable over longer periods — use the period switch above to explore them.
| VAVX | Benchmark | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sharpe ratioReturn per unit of total volatility | — | — | |
| Sortino ratioReturn per unit of downside risk | — | — | |
| Omega ratioGain probability vs. loss probability | — | 1.35 | — |
| Calmar ratioReturn relative to maximum drawdown | — | 2.66 | — |
| Martin ratioReturn relative to average drawdown | — | 11.86 | — |
Dividends
Dividend History
Drawdowns
Drawdowns Chart
The Drawdowns chart displays portfolio losses from any high point along the way. Drawdowns are calculated considering price movements and all distributions paid, if any.
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Worst Drawdowns
The table below displays the maximum drawdowns of the VanEck Avalanche ETF. A maximum drawdown is a measure of risk, indicating the largest reduction in portfolio value due to a series of losing trades.
The maximum drawdown for the VanEck Avalanche ETF was 46.69%, occurring on Jun 18, 2026. The portfolio has not yet recovered.
The current VanEck Avalanche ETF drawdown is 46.69%.
Related event | Drawdown | Fall | Recovery | Underwater |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2026 bear market2026 | -46.69%Jun 2026 | 4mo 21d | — | 4mo 25dJan 2026 - now |
2026 pullback2026 | -2.12%Jan 2026 | 0s | 1d | 1dJan 2026 - Jan 2026 |
Drawdown Indicators
| VAVX | Benchmark | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
Max DrawdownLargest peak-to-trough decline | -46.69% | -56.78% | +10.09% |
Max Drawdown (1Y)Largest decline over 1 year | — | -9.10% | — |
Max Drawdown (3Y)Largest decline over 3 years | — | -18.90% | — |
Max Drawdown (5Y)Largest decline over 5 years | — | -25.43% | — |
Max Drawdown (10Y)Largest decline over 10 years | — | -33.92% | — |
Current DrawdownCurrent decline from peak | -46.69% | -2.49% | -44.20% |
Average DrawdownAverage peak-to-trough decline | -24.01% | -10.72% | -13.29% |
Ulcer IndexDepth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks | — | 2.03% | — |
Volatility
Volatility Chart
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