NFXS vs. GDXD

Last updated Aug 4, 2026

NFXS (Direxion Daily NFLX Bear 1X Shares) and GDXD (MicroSectors Gold Miners -3X Inverse Leveraged ETNs due June 29, 2040) are both Inverse Equities funds. NFXS is actively managed, while GDXD is passively managed. Over the past year, NFXS returned 49.59% vs -92.60% for GDXD. Their 0.12 correlation means their historical movements had little consistent relationship. NFXS charges 1.03%/yr vs 0.95%/yr for GDXD.

Performance

NFXS vs. GDXD - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a $10,000 investment in Direxion Daily NFLX Bear 1X Shares (NFXS) and MicroSectors Gold Miners -3X Inverse Leveraged ETNs due June 29, 2040 (GDXD). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

Returns By Period

In the year-to-date period, NFXS achieves a 22.37% return, which is significantly higher than GDXD's -47.15% return.

NFXS

• 1D: -2.09%
• 1M: 5.48%
• 6M: 7.74%
• YTD: 22.37%
• 1Y: 49.59%
• 3Y*: —
• 5Y*: —
• 10Y*: —
• ALL TIME*: -6.83%

GDXD

• 1D: -8.36%
• 1M: 1.15%
• 6M: -18.51%
• YTD: -47.15%
• 1Y: -92.60%
• 3Y*: -84.35%
• 5Y*: -73.81%
• 10Y*: —
• ALL TIME*: -71.17%

*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)
GDXD MicroSectors Gold Miners -3X Inverse Leveraged ETNs due June 29, 2040	$19.45M	$20.78M	$29.79M
NFXS Direxion Daily NFLX Bear 1X Shares	$438.99K	$959.25K	$649.73K

NFXS vs. GDXD - Yearly Performance Comparison

	2026 (YTD)	2025	2024
NFXS Direxion Daily NFLX Bear 1X Shares	22.37%	-8.56%	-21.49%
GDXD MicroSectors Gold Miners -3X Inverse Leveraged ETNs due June 29, 2040	-47.15%	-97.53%	38.23%

Correlation

The correlation between NFXS and GDXD is 0.10, meaning there was essentially no consistent relationship between their historical price movements. Each responded to its own set of market drivers.

	Correlation
Correlation (1Y) Focuses on recent behavior, but can change the most.	0.10
Correlation (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history since Oct 3, 2024	0.12

Return for Risk

NFXS vs. GDXD — Risk / Return Rank

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

NFXS

NFXS Risk / Return Rank: 49
NFXS Sharpe Ratio Rank: 53
NFXS Sortino Ratio Rank: 53
NFXS Omega Ratio Rank: 60
NFXS Calmar Ratio Rank: 41
NFXS Martin Ratio Rank: 39

GDXD

GDXD Risk / Return Rank: 2
GDXD Sharpe Ratio Rank: 4
GDXD Sortino Ratio Rank: 2
GDXD Omega Ratio Rank: 2
GDXD Calmar Ratio Rank: 0
GDXD Martin Ratio Rank: 4

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.

NFXS vs. GDXD - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for Direxion Daily NFLX Bear 1X Shares (NFXS) and MicroSectors Gold Miners -3X Inverse Leveraged ETNs due June 29, 2040 (GDXD). 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.

	NFXS	GDXD	Difference
Sharpe ratio: Return per unit of total volatility	1.42	-0.63	+2.05
Sortino ratio: Return per unit of downside risk	2.03	-1.54	+3.56
Omega ratio: Gain probability vs. loss probability	1.28	0.84	+0.45
Calmar ratio: Return relative to maximum drawdown	1.59	-0.97	+2.56
Martin ratio: Return relative to average drawdown	4.30	-1.14	+5.45

NFXS vs. GDXD - Sharpe Ratio Comparison

The current NFXS Sharpe Ratio is 1.42, which is higher than the GDXD Sharpe Ratio of -0.63. The chart below compares the historical Sharpe Ratios of NFXS and GDXD, 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

NFXS vs. GDXD - Drawdown Comparison

The maximum NFXS drawdown since its inception was -50.37%, smaller than the maximum GDXD drawdown of -99.96%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for NFXS and GDXD.

Drawdown Indicators

	NFXS	GDXD	Difference
Max Drawdown Largest peak-to-trough decline	-50.37%	-99.96%	+49.59%
Max Drawdown (1Y) Largest decline over 1 year	-31.31%	-95.33%	+64.02%
Max Drawdown (3Y) Largest decline over 3 years	—	-99.86%	—
Max Drawdown (5Y) Largest decline over 5 years	—	-99.96%	—
Current Drawdown Current decline from peak	-14.17%	-99.93%	+85.76%
Average Drawdown Average peak-to-trough decline	-30.77%	-72.61%	+41.84%
Ulcer Index Depth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks	11.55%	83.17%	-71.62%

Volatility

NFXS vs. GDXD - Volatility Comparison

The current volatility for Direxion Daily NFLX Bear 1X Shares (NFXS) is 9.93%, while MicroSectors Gold Miners -3X Inverse Leveraged ETNs due June 29, 2040 (GDXD) has a volatility of 38.92%. This indicates that NFXS experiences smaller price fluctuations and is considered to be less risky than GDXD based on this measure. The chart below showcases a comparison of their rolling one-month volatility.

Volatility by Period

	NFXS	GDXD	Difference
Volatility (1M) Calculated over the trailing 1-month period	9.93%	38.92%	-28.99%
Volatility (6M) Calculated over the trailing 6-month period	28.52%	114.18%	-85.66%
Volatility (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	35.14%	147.12%	-111.98%
Volatility (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized	34.93%	112.72%	-77.79%
Volatility (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized	34.93%	110.98%	-76.05%

NFXS vs. GDXD - Expense Ratio Comparison

NFXS has a 1.03% expense ratio, which is higher than GDXD's 0.95% expense ratio.

Dividends

NFXS vs. GDXD - Dividend Comparison

NFXS's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 2.90%, while GDXD has not paid dividends to shareholders.

Position	TTM	2025	2024
GDXD MicroSectors Gold Miners -3X Inverse Leveraged ETNs due June 29, 2040	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%
NFXS Direxion Daily NFLX Bear 1X Shares	2.90%	3.53%	0.87%

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I hold both NFXS and GDXD in my portfolio?

NFXS and GDXD have a correlation of 0.10, meaning they provide meaningful diversification benefit when combined. Depending on your allocation goals, holding both could reduce overall portfolio risk.

Which is riskier, NFXS or GDXD?

GDXD has higher volatility (38.92%) compared to NFXS (9.93%). In terms of maximum drawdown, NFXS dropped -50.37% vs GDXD's -99.96%.

Which ETF is better, NFXS or GDXD?

On 1-year performance, NFXS leads with 49.59% vs -92.60% for GDXD. On fees, GDXD is cheaper at 0.95% per year. On volatility, NFXS has been the lower-risk option at 9.93%. The better choice depends on whether you care most about return, fees, risk, or income.

Which ETF has performed better, NFXS or GDXD?

Over the 1-year period, NFXS has performed better with a 49.59% return vs -92.60%. Past performance does not guarantee future results, so compare this with risk, fees, and fund exposure.

Which ETF is cheaper, NFXS or GDXD?

GDXD is cheaper with a 0.95% expense ratio, compared with 1.03% for NFXS.

Which ETF pays a higher dividend yield, NFXS or GDXD?

NFXS has the higher dividend yield at 2.90%, compared with 0.00% for GDXD.

What is the main difference between NFXS and GDXD?

They also come from different issuers: Direxion and BMO. Their fees differ too: 1.03% for NFXS and 0.95% for GDXD.

Which has better risk-adjusted returns?

NFXS currently has the higher Sharpe Ratio (1.42 vs -0.63), 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.