USAX vs. LITX

Last updated Jun 5, 2026

USAX (Tradr 2X Long USAR Daily ETF) and LITX (Tradr 2X Long LITE Daily ETF) are both Leveraged Equities funds from Tradr. USAX is passively managed, while LITX is actively managed. At a 0.26 correlation, their price movements are largely independent. Both charge a 1.49% expense ratio.

Performance

USAX vs. LITX - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a $10,000 investment in Tradr 2X Long USAR Daily ETF (USAX) and Tradr 2X Long LITE Daily ETF (LITX). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

Returns By Period

USAX

• 1D: -5.13%
• 1M: -10.62%
• YTD: —
• 6M: —
• 1Y: —
• 3Y*: —
• 5Y*: —
• 10Y*: —

LITX

• 1D: 1.42%
• 1M: -18.50%
• YTD: —
• 6M: —
• 1Y: —
• 3Y*: —
• 5Y*: —
• 10Y*: —

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

USAX vs. LITX - Yearly Performance Comparison

	2026 (YTD)
USAX Tradr 2X Long USAR Daily ETF	-34.37%
LITX Tradr 2X Long LITE Daily ETF	335.33%

Correlation

The correlation between USAX and LITX is 0.26, which is low. Their price movements are largely independent, making them effective diversification partners.

	Correlation
Correlation (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history since Jan 28, 2026	0.26

Return for Risk

USAX vs. LITX - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for Tradr 2X Long USAR Daily ETF (USAX) and Tradr 2X Long LITE Daily ETF (LITX). 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.

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

Sharpe Ratios by Period

	USAX	LITX	Difference
Sharpe Ratio (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history	0.91	32.05	-31.13

Drawdowns

USAX vs. LITX - Drawdown Comparison

The maximum USAX drawdown since its inception was -77.92%, which is greater than LITX's maximum drawdown of -51.46%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for USAX and LITX.

Drawdown Indicators

	USAX	LITX	Difference
Max Drawdown Largest peak-to-trough decline	-77.92%	-51.46%	-26.46%
Current Drawdown Current decline from peak	-35.79%	-25.05%	-10.74%
Average Drawdown Average peak-to-trough decline	-45.74%	-14.60%	-31.14%

Volatility

Volatility by Period

	USAX	LITX	Difference
Volatility (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	222.68%	198.92%	+23.76%
Volatility (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized	222.68%	198.92%	+23.76%
Volatility (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized	222.68%	198.92%	+23.76%

USAX vs. LITX - Expense Ratio Comparison

Both USAX and LITX have an expense ratio of 1.49%.

Dividends

USAX vs. LITX - Dividend Comparison

Neither USAX nor LITX has paid dividends to shareholders.

Tickers have no history of dividend payments

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I hold both USAX and LITX in my portfolio?

USAX and LITX have a correlation of 0.26, meaning they provide meaningful diversification benefit when combined. Depending on your allocation goals, holding both could reduce overall portfolio risk.

Which ETF is better, USAX or LITX?

Both ETFs have the same 1.49% expense ratio. The better choice depends on whether you care most about return, fees, risk, or income.

Which ETF is cheaper, USAX or LITX?

USAX and LITX have the same expense ratio: 1.49% per year.

Which ETF pays a higher dividend yield, USAX or LITX?

USAX and LITX have nearly identical dividend yields, around 0.00%.