Tired of Tracking the S&P 500? These 3 Managed Futures ETFs Offer a Different Path

Managed futures funds spent most of the past decade as a footnote in portfolio construction conversations.

24/7 Wall Street • May 7, 2026

The 3 Managed Futures ETFs That Made Money While the S&P 500 Crashed

The S&P 500 has shed roughly its worst drawdown in the past 12 months during the early months of 2026, as tariff escalation and macro uncertainty rattled equity markets.

24/7 Wall Street • Apr 10, 2026

As stocks and bonds fall, and oil hits $100, a futures trade that boomed in 2022 may again be a winner

Managed future trading strategies boomed during 2022 when stocks and bonds were both falling and oil prices were last over $100, and are getting more attention during the current market and economic uncertainty. It is a small category, with managed futures ETFs collectively holding around $6.5 billion in assets, according to ETFAction.com, but it has been seeing inflows.

CNBC • Mar 28, 2026

ETF Edge on using managed futures to navigate volatility during the Iran war

An increase in market volatility is driving ETF innovation around packaging ever-more complex strategies into single instruments. One example is the growth of strategies like managed futures.

CNBC Television • Mar 23, 2026

My ETF Watchlist For 2026

In my equity watchlist there will not be only the USA, I will closely follow global markets, especially factor strategies. In the bond segment, I really appreciate active management; I think passive ones will remain poorly able to capture the evolutions of 2026. Among the segments with alpha potential, I identify the small cap value segment due to lower valuations and better earnings expectations.

Seeking Alpha • Dec 31, 2025

DBMF: A Portfolio Idea To Boost Risk-Adjusted Performance

The iMGP DBi Managed Futures Strategy ETF has delivered nearly 10% gains in two months, outperforming as a low-correlation portfolio diversifier. DBMF's strong 2025 performance can probably be best attributed to long positions in shorter-duration US government bonds. While DBMF isn't a perfect hedge, its uncorrelated returns make it a valuable component in a diversified, risk-adjusted portfolio strategy.

Seeking Alpha • Oct 31, 2025

DBMF: Fortunately, It's Not What You Expect

DBMF offers retail investors access to CTA-like strategies, aiming for low cost. While DBMF's returns lag world indices and classic 60-40 portfolios, its negative correlation might be the real added value. And this kind of hedging is built right into the trend-following strategies or derivatives of CTAs.

Seeking Alpha • Jul 10, 2025

DBMF: A Managed Futures Strategy That Can Mitigate Correlation Risk In A Portfolio

iMGP DBi Managed Futures Strategy ETF offers diversified futures exposure with low correlation to stocks and bonds, making it a compelling alternative for portfolio risk reduction. Despite recent underperformance, DBMF provides a robust 5.6% yield on a TTM basis and competitive fees compared to peer managed futures strategies. The ETF's active management and liquidity allow for flexible positioning, but investors should expect variable returns and distributions.

Seeking Alpha • Jul 9, 2025

ETFs to Hedge Against Volatility Amid Trade & Slowdown Worries

Investors should consider applying hedging techniques to their equity portfolio to reduce overall volatility.

Zacks Investment Research • Mar 19, 2025

DBMF: Why This Hedge Crumbled When It Was Most Needed

Diversifying portfolios with hedging positions can better weather market disruptions compared to solely relying on equities. The iMGP DBi Managed Futures Strategy ETF failed to provide expected support during recent market turmoil for reasons that I explore in this article. Investors should not rely on a single ETF for portfolio protection; combining VIXY, BTAL, and managed futures ETFs like DBMF offers more robust hedging.

Seeking Alpha • Mar 14, 2025