IMF vs. SBIT

Last updated Aug 1, 2026

IMF (Invesco Managed Futures Strategy ETF) and SBIT (Proshares Ultrashort Bitcoin ETF) are both exchange-traded funds - IMF is a Systematic Trend fund actively managed by Invesco, while SBIT is a Cryptocurrency fund tracking the Bloomberg Bitcoin Index (-200%). IMF is actively managed, while SBIT is passively managed. Over the past year, IMF returned 22.59% vs 98.77% for SBIT. Their -0.19 correlation means they have often moved in opposite directions in the past. IMF charges 0.65%/yr vs 0.95%/yr for SBIT.

Performance

IMF vs. SBIT - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a $10,000 investment in Invesco Managed Futures Strategy ETF (IMF) and Proshares Ultrashort Bitcoin ETF (SBIT). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

Returns By Period

In the year-to-date period, IMF achieves a 13.08% return, which is significantly lower than SBIT's 39.44% return.

IMF

• 1D: 0.41%
• 1M: 2.23%
• 6M: 9.83%
• YTD: 13.08%
• 1Y: 22.59%
• 3Y*: —
• 5Y*: —
• 10Y*: —
• ALL TIME*: 2.79%

SBIT

• 1D: 5.60%
• 1M: -6.04%
• 6M: 32.41%
• YTD: 39.44%
• 1Y: 98.77%
• 3Y*: —
• 5Y*: —
• 10Y*: —
• ALL TIME*: -42.65%

*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)
IMF Invesco Managed Futures Strategy ETF	$99.09K	$127.43K	$386.40K
SBIT Proshares Ultrashort Bitcoin ETF	$29.57M	$32.71M	$46.48M

IMF vs. SBIT - Yearly Performance Comparison

	2026 (YTD)	2025
IMF Invesco Managed Futures Strategy ETF	13.08%	-8.17%
SBIT Proshares Ultrashort Bitcoin ETF	39.44%	-33.67%

Correlation

The correlation between IMF and SBIT is -0.21, 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.	-0.21
Correlation (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history since Mar 19, 2025	-0.19

Return for Risk

IMF vs. SBIT — Risk / Return Rank

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

IMF

IMF Risk / Return Rank: 87
IMF Sharpe Ratio Rank: 85
IMF Sortino Ratio Rank: 80
IMF Omega Ratio Rank: 88
IMF Calmar Ratio Rank: 94
IMF Martin Ratio Rank: 89

SBIT

SBIT Risk / Return Rank: 55
SBIT Sharpe Ratio Rank: 52
SBIT Sortino Ratio Rank: 56
SBIT Omega Ratio Rank: 52
SBIT Calmar Ratio Rank: 68
SBIT Martin Ratio Rank: 46

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.

IMF vs. SBIT - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for Invesco Managed Futures Strategy ETF (IMF) and Proshares Ultrashort Bitcoin ETF (SBIT). 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.

	IMF	SBIT	Difference
Sharpe ratio: Return per unit of total volatility	2.01	1.27	+0.74
Sortino ratio: Return per unit of downside risk	2.59	1.95	+0.65
Omega ratio: Gain probability vs. loss probability	1.39	1.23	+0.16
Calmar ratio: Return relative to maximum drawdown	4.70	2.35	+2.35
Martin ratio: Return relative to average drawdown	13.84	5.19	+8.65

IMF vs. SBIT - Sharpe Ratio Comparison

The current IMF Sharpe Ratio is 2.01, which is higher than the SBIT Sharpe Ratio of 1.27. The chart below compares the historical Sharpe Ratios of IMF and SBIT, 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

IMF vs. SBIT - Drawdown Comparison

The maximum IMF drawdown since its inception was -15.29%, smaller than the maximum SBIT drawdown of -91.35%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for IMF and SBIT.

Drawdown Indicators

	IMF	SBIT	Difference
Max Drawdown Largest peak-to-trough decline	-15.29%	-91.35%	+76.06%
Max Drawdown (1Y) Largest decline over 1 year	-4.54%	-47.94%	+43.40%
Current Drawdown Current decline from peak	-1.69%	-77.87%	+76.18%
Average Drawdown Average peak-to-trough decline	-7.87%	-69.07%	+61.20%
Ulcer Index Depth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks	1.54%	21.67%	-20.13%

Volatility

IMF vs. SBIT - Volatility Comparison

The current volatility for Invesco Managed Futures Strategy ETF (IMF) is 2.08%, while Proshares Ultrashort Bitcoin ETF (SBIT) has a volatility of 18.09%. This indicates that IMF experiences smaller price fluctuations and is considered to be less risky than SBIT based on this measure. The chart below showcases a comparison of their rolling one-month volatility.

Volatility by Period

	IMF	SBIT	Difference
Volatility (1M) Calculated over the trailing 1-month period	2.08%	18.09%	-16.01%
Volatility (6M) Calculated over the trailing 6-month period	8.95%	67.10%	-58.15%
Volatility (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	10.65%	88.65%	-78.00%
Volatility (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized	12.17%	96.10%	-83.93%
Volatility (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized	12.17%	96.10%	-83.93%

IMF vs. SBIT - Expense Ratio Comparison

IMF has a 0.65% expense ratio, which is lower than SBIT's 0.95% expense ratio.

Dividends

IMF vs. SBIT - Dividend Comparison

IMF's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 0.89%, less than SBIT's 4.10% yield.

Position	TTM	2025	2024
IMF Invesco Managed Futures Strategy ETF	0.89%	1.01%	0.00%
SBIT Proshares Ultrashort Bitcoin ETF	4.03%	0.52%	1.00%

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I hold both IMF and SBIT in my portfolio?

IMF and SBIT have a correlation of -0.21, meaning they provide meaningful diversification benefit when combined. Depending on your allocation goals, holding both could reduce overall portfolio risk.

Which is riskier, IMF or SBIT?

SBIT has higher volatility (18.09%) compared to IMF (2.08%). In terms of maximum drawdown, IMF dropped -15.29% vs SBIT's -91.35%.

Which ETF is better, IMF or SBIT?

On 1-year performance, SBIT leads with 98.77% vs 22.59% for IMF. On fees, IMF is cheaper at 0.65% per year. On volatility, IMF has been the lower-risk option at 2.08%. The better choice depends on whether you care most about return, fees, risk, or income.

Which ETF has performed better, IMF or SBIT?

Over the 1-year period, SBIT has performed better with a 98.77% return vs 22.59%. Past performance does not guarantee future results, so compare this with risk, fees, and fund exposure.

Which ETF is cheaper, IMF or SBIT?

IMF is cheaper with a 0.65% expense ratio, compared with 0.95% for SBIT.

Which ETF pays a higher dividend yield, IMF or SBIT?

SBIT has the higher dividend yield at 4.03%, compared with 0.89% for IMF.

What is the main difference between IMF and SBIT?

IMF is categorized as Systematic Trend, while SBIT is Cryptocurrency. They also come from different issuers: Invesco and ProShares. Their fees differ too: 0.65% for IMF and 0.95% for SBIT.

Which has better risk-adjusted returns?

IMF currently has the higher Sharpe Ratio (2.01 vs 1.27), 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.