XXXX vs. NTSD

Last updated Aug 4, 2026

XXXX (MAX S&P 500 4X Leveraged ETN) and NTSD (WisdomTree Efficient U.S. Plus International Equity Fund) are both Leveraged Equities funds. XXXX is passively managed, while NTSD is actively managed. Their correlation of 0.93 means they have usually moved in the same direction. XXXX charges 2.95%/yr vs 0.35%/yr for NTSD.

Performance

XXXX vs. NTSD - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a $10,000 investment in MAX S&P 500 4X Leveraged ETN (XXXX) and WisdomTree Efficient U.S. Plus International Equity Fund (NTSD). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

Returns By Period

XXXX

• 1D: 5.54%
• 1M: 3.81%
• 6M: 18.22%
• YTD: 24.33%
• 1Y: 58.56%
• 3Y*: —
• 5Y*: —
• 10Y*: —
• ALL TIME*: 46.23%

NTSD

• 1D: 1.45%
• 1M: 1.59%
• 6M: —
• YTD: —
• 1Y: —
• 3Y*: —
• 5Y*: —
• 10Y*: —
• ALL TIME*: —

*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)
NTSD WisdomTree Efficient U.S. Plus International Equity Fund	$171.21K	$163.56K	$308.78K
XXXX MAX S&P 500 4X Leveraged ETN	$20.67M	$23.79M	$27.25M

XXXX vs. NTSD - Yearly Performance Comparison

	2026 (YTD)
XXXX MAX S&P 500 4X Leveraged ETN	51.38%
NTSD WisdomTree Efficient U.S. Plus International Equity Fund	20.87%

Correlation

The correlation between XXXX and NTSD is 0.93, meaning they have usually moved in the same direction, including during past declines.

	Correlation
Correlation (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history since Mar 19, 2026	0.93

Return for Risk

XXXX vs. NTSD — Risk / Return Rank

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

XXXX

XXXX Risk / Return Rank: 45
XXXX Sharpe Ratio Rank: 46
XXXX Sortino Ratio Rank: 45
XXXX Omega Ratio Rank: 45
XXXX Calmar Ratio Rank: 44
XXXX Martin Ratio Rank: 47

NTSD

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

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.

XXXX vs. NTSD - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for MAX S&P 500 4X Leveraged ETN (XXXX) and WisdomTree Efficient U.S. Plus International Equity Fund (NTSD). 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.

	XXXX	NTSD	Difference
Sharpe ratio: Return per unit of total volatility	1.16	—	—
Sortino ratio: Return per unit of downside risk	1.68	—	—
Omega ratio: Gain probability vs. loss probability	1.21	—	—
Calmar ratio: Return relative to maximum drawdown	1.58	—	—
Martin ratio: Return relative to average drawdown	5.50	—	—

Drawdowns

XXXX vs. NTSD - Drawdown Comparison

The maximum XXXX drawdown since its inception was -62.27%, which is greater than NTSD's maximum drawdown of -5.58%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for XXXX and NTSD.

Drawdown Indicators

	XXXX	NTSD	Difference
Max Drawdown Largest peak-to-trough decline	-62.27%	-5.58%	-56.69%
Max Drawdown (1Y) Largest decline over 1 year	-37.25%	—	—
Current Drawdown Current decline from peak	-6.63%	0.00%	-6.63%
Average Drawdown Average peak-to-trough decline	-11.53%	-1.23%	-10.30%
Ulcer Index Depth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks	10.68%	—	—

Volatility

Volatility by Period

	XXXX	NTSD	Difference
Volatility (1M) Calculated over the trailing 1-month period	15.38%	—	—
Volatility (6M) Calculated over the trailing 6-month period	40.62%	—	—
Volatility (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	50.83%	23.11%	+27.72%
Volatility (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized	60.74%	23.11%	+37.63%
Volatility (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized	60.74%	23.11%	+37.63%

XXXX vs. NTSD - Expense Ratio Comparison

XXXX has a 2.95% expense ratio, which is higher than NTSD's 0.35% expense ratio.

Dividends

XXXX vs. NTSD - Dividend Comparison

XXXX has not paid dividends to shareholders, while NTSD's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 0.14%.

Position	TTM
NTSD WisdomTree Efficient U.S. Plus International Equity Fund	0.14%
XXXX MAX S&P 500 4X Leveraged ETN	0.00%

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I hold both XXXX and NTSD in my portfolio?

With a correlation of 0.93, XXXX and NTSD move almost identically. Holding both adds very little diversification - you're essentially doubling your position in the same market segment. Choosing one is usually more capital-efficient.

Which ETF is better, XXXX or NTSD?

On fees, NTSD is cheaper at 0.35% per year. The better choice depends on whether you care most about return, fees, risk, or income.

Which ETF is cheaper, XXXX or NTSD?

NTSD is cheaper with a 0.35% expense ratio, compared with 2.95% for XXXX.

Which ETF pays a higher dividend yield, XXXX or NTSD?

NTSD has the higher dividend yield at 0.14%, compared with 0.00% for XXXX.

What is the main difference between XXXX and NTSD?

They also come from different issuers: Max and WisdomTree. Their fees differ too: 2.95% for XXXX and 0.35% for NTSD.