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What is a leveraged ETF?

Quick Answer

A leveraged ETF uses derivatives (swaps, futures) to deliver 2x or 3x the daily return of an index. Daily resetting causes volatility decay — over months and years, leveraged ETFs typically underperform their target multiple.

Volatility decay illustration on leveraged ETF over time.
Warren Team
Updated April 26, 2026
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