AAPB vs. AMDL

Last updated Aug 4, 2026

AAPB (GraniteShares 2x Long AAPL Daily ETF) and AMDL (GraniteShares 2x Long AMD Daily ETF) are both Leveraged Equities funds from GraniteShares. AAPB is actively managed, while AMDL is passively managed. Over the past year, AAPB returned 96.58% vs 337.66% for AMDL. Their 0.25 correlation means their historical movements had little consistent relationship. AAPB charges 1.15%/yr vs 1.07%/yr for AMDL.

Performance

AAPB vs. AMDL - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a $10,000 investment in GraniteShares 2x Long AAPL Daily ETF (AAPB) and GraniteShares 2x Long AMD Daily ETF (AMDL). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

Returns By Period

In the year-to-date period, AAPB achieves a 13.81% return, which is significantly lower than AMDL's 242.25% return.

AAPB

• 1D: -3.56%
• 1M: -5.29%
• 6M: 16.59%
• YTD: 13.81%
• 1Y: 96.58%
• 3Y*: 20.30%
• 5Y*: —
• 10Y*: —
• ALL TIME*: 15.96%

AMDL

• 1D: 2.88%
• 1M: -18.31%
• 6M: 166.77%
• YTD: 242.25%
• 1Y: 337.66%
• 3Y*: —
• 5Y*: —
• 10Y*: —
• ALL TIME*: 36.27%

*Multi-year figures are annualized to reflect compound growth (CAGR)

Liquidity Comparison

Position	Avg. Volume Value (2W)	Avg. Volume Value (1M)	Avg. Volume Value (3M)
AAPB GraniteShares 2x Long AAPL Daily ETF	$4.65M	$3.84M	$2.80M
AMDL GraniteShares 2x Long AMD Daily ETF	$183.29M	$203.26M	$349.81M

AAPB vs. AMDL - Yearly Performance Comparison

	2026 (YTD)	2025	2024
AAPB GraniteShares 2x Long AAPL Daily ETF	13.81%	-0.93%	88.55%
AMDL GraniteShares 2x Long AMD Daily ETF	242.25%	103.00%	-69.97%

Correlation

The correlation between AAPB and AMDL is 0.13, which is low. Their historical price movements had little consistent relationship.

	Correlation
Correlation (1Y) Focuses on recent behavior, but can change the most.	0.13
Correlation (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history since Mar 18, 2024	0.25

The correlation between AAPB and AMDL shifts across timeframes, from 0.13 (1 year) to 0.25 (all time), reflecting how their relationship changes across market environments.

AAPB vs. AMDL - Sectors Allocation Comparison

Sectors	AAPB	AMDL
Technology	66.7%	66.7%
Basic Materials	-	-
Communication Services	-	-
Consumer Cyclical	-	-
Consumer Defensive	-	-
Energy	-	-
Financial Services	-	-
Healthcare	-	-
Industrials	-	-
Real Estate	-	-
Utilities	-	-

Return for Risk

AAPB vs. AMDL — Risk / Return Rank

Compare historical risk-adjusted metric ranks over the past 12 months.

AAPB

AAPB Risk / Return Rank: 75
AAPB Sharpe Ratio Rank: 78
AAPB Sortino Ratio Rank: 71
AAPB Omega Ratio Rank: 75
AAPB Calmar Ratio Rank: 86
AAPB Martin Ratio Rank: 63

AMDL

AMDL Risk / Return Rank: 88
AMDL Sharpe Ratio Rank: 91
AMDL Sortino Ratio Rank: 86
AMDL Omega Ratio Rank: 83
AMDL Calmar Ratio Rank: 96
AMDL Martin Ratio Rank: 82

The rank (0–100) uses a weighted average of the Sharpe, Sortino, Omega, Calmar, and Martin percentile ranks for the trailing 12 months. Higher means stronger historical risk-adjusted performance within the peer group.

AAPB vs. AMDL - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for GraniteShares 2x Long AAPL Daily ETF (AAPB) and GraniteShares 2x Long AMD Daily ETF (AMDL). Risk-adjusted metrics are performance indicators that assess an investment's returns in relation to its risk, enabling a more accurate comparison of different investment options.

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.

	AAPB	AMDL	Difference
Sharpe ratio: Return per unit of total volatility	1.86	2.39	-0.54
Sortino ratio: Return per unit of downside risk	2.36	2.95	-0.59
Omega ratio: Gain probability vs. loss probability	1.32	1.36	-0.04
Calmar ratio: Return relative to maximum drawdown	3.45	6.06	-2.61
Martin ratio: Return relative to average drawdown	7.86	11.39	-3.53

AAPB vs. AMDL - Sharpe Ratio Comparison

The current AAPB Sharpe Ratio is 1.86, which is comparable to the AMDL Sharpe Ratio of 2.39. The chart below compares the historical Sharpe Ratios of AAPB and AMDL, calculated using daily returns over the previous 12 months. A higher Sharpe Ratio indicates better risk-adjusted performance relative to the risk-free rate.

Drawdowns

AAPB vs. AMDL - Drawdown Comparison

The maximum AAPB drawdown since its inception was -58.13%, smaller than the maximum AMDL drawdown of -88.63%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for AAPB and AMDL.

Drawdown Indicators

	AAPB	AMDL	Difference
Max Drawdown Largest peak-to-trough decline	-58.13%	-88.63%	+30.50%
Max Drawdown (1Y) Largest decline over 1 year	-28.11%	-56.13%	+28.02%
Max Drawdown (3Y) Largest decline over 3 years	-58.13%	—	—
Current Drawdown Current decline from peak	-21.15%	-35.69%	+14.54%
Average Drawdown Average peak-to-trough decline	-18.90%	-46.49%	+27.59%
Ulcer Index Depth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks	12.33%	29.82%	-17.49%

Volatility

AAPB vs. AMDL - Volatility Comparison

The current volatility for GraniteShares 2x Long AAPL Daily ETF (AAPB) is 22.11%, while GraniteShares 2x Long AMD Daily ETF (AMDL) has a volatility of 47.95%. This indicates that AAPB experiences smaller price fluctuations and is considered to be less risky than AMDL based on this measure. The chart below showcases a comparison of their rolling one-month volatility.

Volatility by Period

	AAPB	AMDL	Difference
Volatility (1M) Calculated over the trailing 1-month period	22.11%	47.95%	-25.84%
Volatility (6M) Calculated over the trailing 6-month period	42.82%	111.57%	-68.75%
Volatility (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	52.44%	142.56%	-90.12%
Volatility (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized	52.52%	120.89%	-68.37%
Volatility (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized	52.52%	120.89%	-68.37%

AAPB vs. AMDL - Expense Ratio Comparison

AAPB has a 1.15% expense ratio, which is higher than AMDL's 1.07% expense ratio.

Dividends

AAPB vs. AMDL - Dividend Comparison

AAPB's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 3.86%, while AMDL has not paid dividends to shareholders.

Position	TTM	2025	2024	2023
AAPB GraniteShares 2x Long AAPL Daily ETF	3.86%	4.39%	0.00%	18.75%
AMDL GraniteShares 2x Long AMD Daily ETF	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I hold both AAPB and AMDL in my portfolio?

AAPB and AMDL have a correlation of 0.13, meaning they provide meaningful diversification benefit when combined. Depending on your allocation goals, holding both could reduce overall portfolio risk.

Which is riskier, AAPB or AMDL?

AMDL has higher volatility (47.95%) compared to AAPB (22.11%). In terms of maximum drawdown, AAPB dropped -58.13% vs AMDL's -88.63%.

Which ETF is better, AAPB or AMDL?

On 1-year performance, AMDL leads with 337.66% vs 96.58% for AAPB. On fees, AMDL is cheaper at 1.07% per year. On volatility, AAPB has been the lower-risk option at 22.11%. The better choice depends on whether you care most about return, fees, risk, or income.

Which ETF has performed better, AAPB or AMDL?

Over the 1-year period, AMDL has performed better with a 337.66% return vs 96.58%. Past performance does not guarantee future results, so compare this with risk, fees, and fund exposure.

Which ETF is cheaper, AAPB or AMDL?

AMDL is cheaper with a 1.07% expense ratio, compared with 1.15% for AAPB.

Which ETF pays a higher dividend yield, AAPB or AMDL?

AAPB has the higher dividend yield at 3.86%, compared with 0.00% for AMDL.

What is the main difference between AAPB and AMDL?

Their fees differ too: 1.15% for AAPB and 1.07% for AMDL.

Which has better risk-adjusted returns?

AMDL currently has the higher Sharpe Ratio (2.39 vs 1.86), meaning it's delivered slightly more return per unit of risk over the trailing 12 months. However, this ranking shifts over time - use the Risk/Return Score above for a more comprehensive view that combines Sharpe, Sortino, and other measures used by quantitative funds.