Core Insights - The article highlights the top-performing leveraged and inverse ETFs from the previous week, showcasing significant returns driven by various market dynamics. Group 1: Top Performing ETFs - Direxion MSCI Daily South Korea Bull 3X Shares (KORU) achieved a return of 29.99% [2] - ProShares UltraShort Bitcoin ETF (SBIT) and Defiance Daily Target 2x Long OKLO ETF (OKLL) both recorded returns of 19.54% [2] - Direxion Daily Semiconductor Bull 3x Shares (SOXL) returned 17.77% [2] - GraniteShares 2x Long AMD Daily ETF (AMDL) saw a return of 16.67% [2] - MicroSectors Gold 3X Leveraged ETNs (SHNY) returned 15.67% [2] Group 2: Notable Company Performances - Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) stock surged due to a partnership with OpenAI, contributing to a 60% weekly gain for the GraniteShares 2x Long AMD Daily ETF (AMDL) [3] - Oklo Inc. (OKLO) experienced over 31% weekly gains attributed to increased demand for AI-related power and a new U.S. Air Force contract [4] - The U.S. auto industry saw a significant boost, with the MAX Auto Industry -3x Inverse Leveraged ETN (CARD) returning approximately 28.5% due to a spike in electric vehicle sales [5] Group 3: Market Dynamics - Increased market volatility was noted, driven by concerns over a potential U.S. government shutdown, rising trade tensions with China, and uncertainty regarding the Federal Reserve's actions, impacting the 2x Long VIX Futures ETF (UVIX) [6] - The FTSE China 50 Index faced declines due to renewed U.S. tariff threats, with Direxion Daily FTSE China Bear 3X Shares (YANG) returning over 24% [7] - Escalating U.S.-China trade tensions and heavy liquidations led to a crypto market crash, affecting the ProShares UltraShort Ether ETF (ETHD) with 24% weekly gains [8]

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].

Top Performing Leveraged/Inverse ETFs Last WeekThese were last week’s top performing leveraged and inverse ETFs. Note that because of leverage, these kinds of funds can move quickly. Always do your homework.1. CEFZ – RiverNorth Active Income ETFCEFZ, which invests in various global assets to generate long-term growth and income, again tops the list for the fourth consecutive week with gains of ~56%. The CEFZ ETF has experienced an upward trend recently. A shift from a mutual fund to an ETF status is positiv ...