Top Performing Leveraged/Inverse ETFs: 01/25/2026

Core Insights - The article highlights the top-performing leveraged and inverse ETFs for the week, showcasing significant returns driven by market events and investor behavior [1] Group 1: Top Performing ETFs - ProShares Ultra Bloomberg Natural Gas (BOIL) led the list with a return of 72.35% due to a surge in U.S. natural gas prices caused by sudden weather changes [1] - MicroSectors Gold Miners 3X Leveraged ETN (GDXU) achieved a return of 34.11% as gold prices reached historic highs above $5,100 per ounce amid geopolitical tensions and economic concerns [1] - ProShares Ultra Silver (AGQ) returned approximately 31.54%, benefiting from the same market conditions affecting gold prices [1] - Direxion Daily Junior Gold Miners Index Bull 2x Shares (JNUG) returned around 27.60%, reflecting the strong performance of gold mining stocks [1] - MicroSectors Gold 3X Leveraged ETNs (SHNY) also saw gains of approximately 27.24% due to rising gold prices [1] - GraniteShares 2x Long AMD Daily ETF (AMDL) gained over 24.49% as AMD shares surged over 100% driven by record earnings and demand for AI chips [1] - ProShares UltraShort Ether ETF (ETHD) recorded over 22.57% in gains despite a decline in Ether prices due to macroeconomic pressures [1] - Direxion Daily MSCI Brazil Bull 2X Shares (BRZU) achieved a return of 21.49% as Brazilian equities surged, influenced by a weakening U.S. dollar and higher commodity prices [1] - ProShares Ultra MSCI Brazil Capped (UBR) also ranked with approximately 21.05% gains, supported by strong services data [1] - Direxion Daily Gold Miners Index Bull 2x Shares (NUGT) gained over 20.14%, reflecting the overall strength in the gold mining sector [1]