FNGO vs. OILU

Last updated Aug 2, 2026

FNGO (MicroSectors FANG+ Index 2X Leveraged ETN) and OILU (MicroSectors Oil & Gas Exploration & Production 3X Leveraged ETN) are both Leveraged Equities funds from BMO - FNGO tracks the NYSE FANG+ Index (+200%) while OILU tracks the Solactive MicroSectors Oil & Gas Exploration & Production Index. Both are passively managed. Over the past 3 years, FNGO returned 47.42%/yr vs 1.15%/yr for OILU. Their 0.10 correlation means their historical movements had little consistent relationship. Both charge a 0.95% expense ratio.

Performance

FNGO vs. OILU - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a $10,000 investment in MicroSectors FANG+ Index 2X Leveraged ETN (FNGO) and MicroSectors Oil & Gas Exploration & Production 3X Leveraged ETN (OILU). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

Returns By Period

In the year-to-date period, FNGO achieves a 12.30% return, which is significantly lower than OILU's 95.09% return.

FNGO

• 1D: 3.64%
• 1M: 1.33%
• 6M: 20.30%
• YTD: 12.30%
• 1Y: 21.80%
• 3Y*: 47.42%
• 5Y*: 23.80%
• 10Y*: —
• ALL TIME*: 37.68%

OILU

• 1D: 3.79%
• 1M: 38.67%
• 6M: 37.11%
• YTD: 95.09%
• 1Y: 107.91%
• 3Y*: 1.15%
• 5Y*: —
• 10Y*: —
• ALL TIME*: 13.25%

*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)
FNGO MicroSectors FANG+ Index 2X Leveraged ETN	$408.43K	$444.96K	$770.86K
OILU MicroSectors Oil & Gas Exploration & Production 3X Leveraged ETN	$8.21M	$8.45M	$7.94M

FNGO vs. OILU - Yearly Performance Comparison

	2026 (YTD)	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021
FNGO MicroSectors FANG+ Index 2X Leveraged ETN	12.30%	25.49%	101.65%	240.10%	-71.55%	-13.95%
OILU MicroSectors Oil & Gas Exploration & Production 3X Leveraged ETN	95.09%	-16.50%	-21.65%	-32.50%	151.08%	-16.79%

Correlation

The correlation between FNGO and OILU is -0.19, meaning they have often moved in opposite directions in the past. This relationship can weaken or reverse as market conditions change.

	Correlation
Correlation (1Y) Focuses on recent behavior, but can change the most.	-0.19
Correlation (3Y) Balances recent behavior with more history.	-0.02
Correlation (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history since Nov 9, 2021	0.10

The correlation between FNGO and OILU shifts across timeframes, from -0.19 (1 year) to 0.10 (all time), reflecting how their relationship changes across market environments.

FNGO vs. OILU - Sectors Allocation Comparison

Sectors	FNGO	OILU
Technology	59.6%	-
Communication Services	30.0%	-
Consumer Cyclical	10.4%	-
Financial Services	10.0%	-
Basic Materials	-	-
Consumer Defensive	-	-
Energy	-	100.0%
Healthcare	-	-
Industrials	-	-
Real Estate	-	-
Utilities	-	-

Return for Risk

FNGO vs. OILU — Risk / Return Rank

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

FNGO

FNGO Risk / Return Rank: 19
FNGO Sharpe Ratio Rank: 19
FNGO Sortino Ratio Rank: 22
FNGO Omega Ratio Rank: 21
FNGO Calmar Ratio Rank: 17
FNGO Martin Ratio Rank: 17

OILU

OILU Risk / Return Rank: 56
OILU Sharpe Ratio Rank: 65
OILU Sortino Ratio Rank: 57
OILU Omega Ratio Rank: 55
OILU Calmar Ratio Rank: 59
OILU Martin Ratio Rank: 45

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.

FNGO vs. OILU - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for MicroSectors FANG+ Index 2X Leveraged ETN (FNGO) and MicroSectors Oil & Gas Exploration & Production 3X Leveraged ETN (OILU). 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.

	FNGO	OILU	Difference
Sharpe ratio: Return per unit of total volatility	0.36	1.50	-1.14
Sortino ratio: Return per unit of downside risk	0.80	1.96	-1.16
Omega ratio: Gain probability vs. loss probability	1.09	1.24	-0.15
Calmar ratio: Return relative to maximum drawdown	0.38	2.07	-1.69
Martin ratio: Return relative to average drawdown	0.92	5.11	-4.19

FNGO vs. OILU - Sharpe Ratio Comparison

The current FNGO Sharpe Ratio is 0.36, which is lower than the OILU Sharpe Ratio of 1.50. The chart below compares the historical Sharpe Ratios of FNGO and OILU, 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

FNGO vs. OILU - Drawdown Comparison

The maximum FNGO drawdown since its inception was -78.39%, roughly equal to the maximum OILU drawdown of -81.00%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for FNGO and OILU.

Drawdown Indicators

	FNGO	OILU	Difference
Max Drawdown Largest peak-to-trough decline	-78.39%	-81.00%	+2.61%
Max Drawdown (1Y) Largest decline over 1 year	-42.73%	-46.49%	+3.76%
Max Drawdown (3Y) Largest decline over 3 years	-47.64%	-69.09%	+21.45%
Max Drawdown (5Y) Largest decline over 5 years	-78.39%	—	—
Current Drawdown Current decline from peak	-15.91%	-47.53%	+31.62%
Average Drawdown Average peak-to-trough decline	-23.75%	-50.69%	+26.94%
Ulcer Index Depth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks	17.55%	18.88%	-1.33%

Volatility

FNGO vs. OILU - Volatility Comparison

The current volatility for MicroSectors FANG+ Index 2X Leveraged ETN (FNGO) is 12.24%, while MicroSectors Oil & Gas Exploration & Production 3X Leveraged ETN (OILU) has a volatility of 19.22%. This indicates that FNGO experiences smaller price fluctuations and is considered to be less risky than OILU based on this measure. The chart below showcases a comparison of their rolling one-month volatility.

Volatility by Period

	FNGO	OILU	Difference
Volatility (1M) Calculated over the trailing 1-month period	12.24%	19.22%	-6.98%
Volatility (6M) Calculated over the trailing 6-month period	36.19%	51.99%	-15.80%
Volatility (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	44.77%	64.36%	-19.59%
Volatility (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized	60.86%	80.80%	-19.94%
Volatility (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized	61.47%	80.80%	-19.33%

FNGO vs. OILU - Expense Ratio Comparison

Both FNGO and OILU have an expense ratio of 0.95%.

Dividends

FNGO vs. OILU - Dividend Comparison

Neither FNGO nor OILU has paid dividends to shareholders.

Tickers have no history of dividend payments

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I hold both FNGO and OILU in my portfolio?

FNGO and OILU have a correlation of -0.19, meaning they provide meaningful diversification benefit when combined. Depending on your allocation goals, holding both could reduce overall portfolio risk.

Which is riskier, FNGO or OILU?

OILU has higher volatility (19.22%) compared to FNGO (12.24%). In terms of maximum drawdown, FNGO dropped -78.39% vs OILU's -81.00%.

Which ETF is better, FNGO or OILU?

On 3-year performance, FNGO leads with 47.42% vs 1.15% for OILU. Both ETFs have the same 0.95% expense ratio. On volatility, FNGO has been the lower-risk option at 12.24%. The better choice depends on whether you care most about return, fees, risk, or income.

Which ETF has performed better, FNGO or OILU?

Over the 3-year period, FNGO has performed better with a 47.42% return vs 1.15%. Past performance does not guarantee future results, so compare this with risk, fees, and fund exposure.

Which ETF is cheaper, FNGO or OILU?

FNGO and OILU have the same expense ratio: 0.95% per year.

Which ETF pays a higher dividend yield, FNGO or OILU?

FNGO and OILU have nearly identical dividend yields, around 0.00%.

What is the main difference between FNGO and OILU?

FNGO tracks NYSE FANG+ Index (+200%), while OILU tracks Solactive MicroSectors Oil & Gas Exploration & Production Index.

Which has better risk-adjusted returns?

OILU currently has the higher Sharpe Ratio (1.50 vs 0.36), 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.