SVIX-1x Short VIX Futures ETF
The index measures the daily inverse performance of a portfolio of first and second month VIX futures contracts. This theoretical portfolio is rolled each day to maintain a consistent time to maturity of the futures contracts. The index is calculated daily at 4:00 p.m. (Eastern time) and at a value calculated from the average price for the futures contracts between 3:45 p.m. (Eastern time) and 4:00 p.m. (Eastern time).
VS TRUST · Since 2022 (4 years)
3.93%
#5319 out of 5,332 ETFs
$335M
#1731 out of 5,332 ETFs
0.00%
4 years
#2735 out of 5,332 ETFs
Performance
1 Year
+55.3%
3 Years
+2.8%
5 Years
N/A
What's inside
Risk profile
58.0%
High
-79.3%
Worst peak-to-trough loss
0.36
Below average
0.45
Moderate downside risk
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Our take
Structural notes on how this fund behaves. Read our guide on the 6 warning signs.
Leveraged ETF — not a long-term hold
This fund uses leverage to amplify daily returns (e.g. 2x or 3x of an index). Daily rebalancing creates volatility decay — over weeks and months, the fund's return drifts from the stated multiple. In trending markets with low realised volatility, leveraged index ETFs can outperform their nominal multiple; in sideways or volatile markets they bleed. Designed for short-term tactical use, not buy-and-hold.
Source: Cheng & Madhavan, 'The Dynamics of Leveraged and Inverse ETFs' (2009)
Why we flagged this: strategy=inverse + leveraged_name_or_strategy
Inverse ETF — daily tool only
Delivers the inverse of the benchmark's daily return. The compounding path makes multi-day holding unpredictable even when the benchmark's total move goes your way. Legitimate as a one-day hedge; dangerous as a view.
Source: Cheng & Madhavan (2009)
Why we flagged this: strategy=inverse + inverse_name_or_strategy
Educational analysis of structural product characteristics. Not investment advice. Always read the fund prospectus and consult a qualified advisor before investing. More
Data updated on 2026-05-05