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GLL vs. GC=F
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Drawdowns
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Key characteristics


GLLGC=F
YTD Return-36.41%30.31%
1Y Return-42.11%36.82%
3Y Return (Ann)-19.18%12.19%
5Y Return (Ann)-21.82%11.47%
10Y Return (Ann)-16.75%7.71%
Sharpe Ratio-1.472.33
Sortino Ratio-2.413.00
Omega Ratio0.751.42
Calmar Ratio-0.445.85
Martin Ratio-1.5313.47
Ulcer Index27.77%2.40%
Daily Std Dev28.87%13.98%
Max Drawdown-97.04%-44.36%
Current Drawdown-96.82%-3.62%

Correlation

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The correlation between GLL and GC=F is -0.36. This indicates that the assets' prices tend to move in opposite directions. Negative correlation can be particularly beneficial for diversification and risk management, as one asset may offset the losses of the other during market fluctuations.

Performance

GLL vs. GC=F - Performance Comparison

In the year-to-date period, GLL achieves a -36.41% return, which is significantly lower than GC=F's 30.31% return. Over the past 10 years, GLL has underperformed GC=F with an annualized return of -16.75%, while GC=F has yielded a comparatively higher 7.71% annualized return. The chart below displays the growth of a $10,000 investment in both assets, with all prices adjusted for splits and dividends.


-30.00%-20.00%-10.00%0.00%10.00%20.00%JuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovember
-19.61%
13.53%
GLL
GC=F

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Risk-Adjusted Performance

GLL vs. GC=F - Risk-Adjusted Performance Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for ProShares UltraShort Gold (GLL) and Gold (GC=F). 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.


GLL
Sharpe ratio
The chart of Sharpe ratio for GLL, currently valued at -1.38, compared to the broader market-2.000.002.004.006.00-1.38
Sortino ratio
The chart of Sortino ratio for GLL, currently valued at -2.17, compared to the broader market-2.000.002.004.006.008.0010.0012.00-2.17
Omega ratio
The chart of Omega ratio for GLL, currently valued at 0.76, compared to the broader market1.001.502.002.503.000.76
Calmar ratio
The chart of Calmar ratio for GLL, currently valued at -0.39, compared to the broader market0.005.0010.0015.00-0.39
Martin ratio
The chart of Martin ratio for GLL, currently valued at -1.43, compared to the broader market0.0020.0040.0060.0080.00100.00-1.43
GC=F
Sharpe ratio
The chart of Sharpe ratio for GC=F, currently valued at 2.33, compared to the broader market-2.000.002.004.006.002.33
Sortino ratio
The chart of Sortino ratio for GC=F, currently valued at 3.00, compared to the broader market-2.000.002.004.006.008.0010.0012.003.00
Omega ratio
The chart of Omega ratio for GC=F, currently valued at 1.42, compared to the broader market1.001.502.002.503.001.42
Calmar ratio
The chart of Calmar ratio for GC=F, currently valued at 5.85, compared to the broader market0.005.0010.0015.005.85
Martin ratio
The chart of Martin ratio for GC=F, currently valued at 13.47, compared to the broader market0.0020.0040.0060.0080.00100.0013.47

GLL vs. GC=F - Sharpe Ratio Comparison

The current GLL Sharpe Ratio is -1.47, which is lower than the GC=F Sharpe Ratio of 2.33. The chart below compares the historical Sharpe Ratios of GLL and GC=F, offering insights into how both investments have performed under varying market conditions. These values are calculated using daily returns over the previous 12 months.


Rolling 12-month Sharpe Ratio-2.00-1.000.001.002.003.00JuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovember
-1.38
2.33
GLL
GC=F

Drawdowns

GLL vs. GC=F - Drawdown Comparison

The maximum GLL drawdown since its inception was -97.04%, which is greater than GC=F's maximum drawdown of -44.36%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for GLL and GC=F. For additional features, visit the drawdowns tool.


-100.00%-80.00%-60.00%-40.00%-20.00%0.00%JuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovember
-96.82%
-3.62%
GLL
GC=F

Volatility

GLL vs. GC=F - Volatility Comparison

ProShares UltraShort Gold (GLL) has a higher volatility of 9.11% compared to Gold (GC=F) at 4.30%. This indicates that GLL's price experiences larger fluctuations and is considered to be riskier than GC=F based on this measure. The chart below showcases a comparison of their rolling one-month volatility.


4.00%6.00%8.00%10.00%12.00%JuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovember
9.11%
4.30%
GLL
GC=F