HJEN vs. BEX

Last updated Jul 12, 2026

HJEN (Direxion Hydrogen ETF) and BEX (Tradr 2X Long BE Daily ETF) are both exchange-traded funds - HJEN is a Alternative Energy Equities fund tracking the Indxx Hydrogen Economy Index - Benchmark TR Net, while BEX is a Leveraged Equities fund actively managed by Tradr. HJEN is passively managed, while BEX is actively managed. HJEN charges 0.45%/yr vs 1.30%/yr for BEX.

Performance

HJEN vs. BEX - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a $10,000 investment in Direxion Hydrogen ETF (HJEN) and Tradr 2X Long BE Daily ETF (BEX). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

Returns By Period

HJEN

• 1D: —
• 1M: —
• 6M: —
• YTD: —
• 1Y: —
• 3Y*: —
• 5Y*: —
• 10Y*: —

BEX

• 1D: -9.39%
• 1M: -22.93%
• 6M: —
• YTD: —
• 1Y: —
• 3Y*: —
• 5Y*: —
• 10Y*: —

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

HJEN vs. BEX - Yearly Performance Comparison

	2026 (YTD)
HJEN Direxion Hydrogen ETF	0.00%
BEX Tradr 2X Long BE Daily ETF	-50.36%

Return for Risk

HJEN vs. BEX - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for Direxion Hydrogen ETF (HJEN) and Tradr 2X Long BE Daily ETF (BEX). 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.

Risk / return metrics aren't available yet — we need at least 12 months of trading data to calculate them.

Drawdowns

Drawdown Indicators

	HJEN	BEX	Difference
Max Drawdown Largest peak-to-trough decline	—	-55.26%	—
Current Drawdown Current decline from peak	—	-55.26%	—
Average Drawdown Average peak-to-trough decline	—	-28.37%	—

Volatility

Volatility by Period

	HJEN	BEX	Difference
Volatility (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	—	227.12%	—
Volatility (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized	—	227.12%	—
Volatility (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized	—	227.12%	—

HJEN vs. BEX - Expense Ratio Comparison

HJEN has a 0.45% expense ratio, which is lower than BEX's 1.30% expense ratio.

Dividends

HJEN vs. BEX - Dividend Comparison

Neither HJEN nor BEX has paid dividends to shareholders.

Position	TTM	2024	2023	2022	2021
BEX Tradr 2X Long BE Daily ETF	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%
HJEN Direxion Hydrogen ETF	0.00%	0.91%	1.50%	1.24%	0.76%

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ETF is better, HJEN or BEX?

On fees, HJEN is cheaper at 0.45% per year. The better choice depends on whether you care most about return, fees, risk, or income.

Which ETF is cheaper, HJEN or BEX?

HJEN is cheaper with a 0.45% expense ratio, compared with 1.30% for BEX.

Which ETF pays a higher dividend yield, HJEN or BEX?

HJEN and BEX have nearly identical dividend yields, around 0.00%.

What is the main difference between HJEN and BEX?

HJEN is categorized as Alternative Energy Equities, while BEX is Leveraged Equities. They also come from different issuers: Direxion and Tradr. Their fees differ too: 0.45% for HJEN and 1.30% for BEX.