Top Performing Leveraged/Inverse ETFs Last Week These were last week's top performing leveraged and inverse ETFs. Note that because of leverage, these kinds of funds can move quickly.
The 2x Bitcoin Strategy ETF (CBOE:BITX) has lost 55.86% of its value in 2026, turning a $10,000 stake at the start of the year into roughly $4,414 by Tuesday's close.
BITX offers 2x daily bitcoin exposure, appealing to active traders but unsuitable for long-term investors due to compounding risk and value decay. The ETF is highly liquid with strong trading volumes, but its 2.38% expense ratio is significantly higher than peers, impacting overall returns. Leveraged structure and daily resets mean performance can deviate from the 2x target over longer holding periods, especially in volatile or trending bitcoin markets.
| Name | Quantity | Cost | Value | Profit ($) | Gain (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Rajiv Shah KINGSWOOD WEALTH ADVISORS, LLC | 255,040 | $10.57M | $2.97M | -$7.59M | -71.85% |
Jefferson H. West Legacy Investment Solutions LLC | 13 | $560 | $151.58 | -$408.42 | -72.93% |
| PS Paula Spurgeon BankPlus Trust Department | 24 | $354 | $412.92 | $58.92 | 16.64% |
| FLP Financial Life Planners Financial Life Planners | 1,063 | $14,890.5 | $18,288.91 | $3,398.41 | 22.82% |
| FG Fabian Guerra Guerra Advisors Inc. | 117 | $6,444 | $2,011.23 | -$4,432.77 | -68.79% |
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The fund is a specialized exchange-traded fund (ETF) that aims to provide investors with exposure to Bitcoin through cash-settled futures contracts. It strategically focuses on investing in Bitcoin futures that are traded on regulated exchanges, specifically mentioning the Chicago Mercantile Exchange which is recognized by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission. To back its investments in these Bitcoin Futures Contracts, the fund holds cash, cash equivalents, or high-quality securities. This approach allows investors to gain exposure to the price movements of Bitcoin in a regulated and potentially more secure framework compared to direct investments in cryptocurrencies. It's important to note that the fund is non-diversified, meaning it concentrates its investments in this specific asset class without spreading its risk across different types of assets.
The fund primarily invests in cash-settled Bitcoin futures contracts that are available on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange. These contracts are financial agreements to buy or sell Bitcoin at a future date at a predetermined price, allowing investors to speculate on the future price of Bitcoin without the need to hold the actual cryptocurrency. This method offers a regulated and potentially less risky entry point into cryptocurrency investment, catering to those who prefer to avoid the complexities and security issues associated with direct crypto investments.
As part of its investment strategy, the fund allocates assets to cash, cash equivalents, or high-quality securities that serve as collateral. This collateralization is critical for the fund’s investments in Bitcoin futures, providing a layer of security and stability. The inclusion of these assets ensures that the fund has the necessary liquidity to meet its obligations under the futures contracts, which can be particularly important in volatile markets. This approach also aims to protect investors from the potential downside, while still offering exposure to the upside of Bitcoin's price movements.