Top Performing Leveraged/Inverse ETFs: 09/28/2025

Core Insights - The article highlights the top-performing leveraged and inverse ETFs for the past week, showcasing significant returns driven by various market factors, particularly in the energy and cryptocurrency sectors [1]. Group 1: Top Performing ETFs - ProShares UltraShort Ether ETF (ETHDA) led with an 18.32% return, benefiting from a decline in Ethereum prices amid weakening retail investor interest [2]. - MicroSectors Energy 3X Leveraged ETNs (WTIUA) achieved a 17.64% return, driven by rising oil prices due to geopolitical tensions and declining US crude inventories [3]. - MicroSectors U.S. Big Oil 3 Leveraged ETN (NRGUA) returned 17.03%, reflecting similar factors affecting oil prices [3]. - MicroSectors Oil & Gas Exp. & Prod. 3x Leveraged ETN (OILU) gained 15.02%, also influenced by geopolitical issues and inventory declines [4]. - ProShares Ultra Silver (AGQ) saw a 14.51% return, attributed to surging silver prices amid a weakening dollar and interest rate cuts [4]. Group 2: Cryptocurrency and Other ETFs - ProShares UltraShort Bitcoin ETF (SBITA) recorded a 10.90% gain, despite Bitcoin's overall decline due to market selloffs and regulatory uncertainties [6]. - GraniteShares 2x Long BABA Daily ETF (BABX) achieved a 10.69% return, driven by positive market reactions to Alibaba's increased AI investments [7]. - MicroSectors Gold Miners 3X Leveraged ETN (GDXU) returned 9.88%, supported by Federal Reserve rate cuts and geopolitical tensions boosting precious metals [8]. - Direxion Daily Energy Bull 2X Shares (ERX) also performed well with over 9% returns, reflecting the overall strength in the energy sector [9].