Top Performing Leveraged/Inverse ETFs: 02/08/2026

Top Performing Leveraged/Inverse ETFs Last Week These were last week's top performing leveraged and inverse ETFs. Note that because of leverage, these kinds of funds can move quickly.

ETF Trends • Feb 11, 2026

DPST: This Isn't The Time For A Levered Regional Bank ETF

I rate Direxion Daily Regional Banks Bull 3X Shares ETF as a 'Sell' due to structural risks and an unconvincing sector outlook for 2026. The fund's leverage amplifies the sector's already considerable volatility, leading to persistent underperformance versus unlevered regional bank ETFs. DPST may suit short-term traders, but I see little justification for long-term portfolio inclusion.

Seeking Alpha • Dec 17, 2025

DPST: Favorable Outlook For Regional Banks In 2026

The Direxion Daily Regional Banks Bull 3X Shares ETF (has had a volatile 2025, characterized by a steep drop in April followed by a full recovery into year-end. Looking ahead to 2026, expectations for higher GDP growth and a lower unemployment rate should create a favorable backdrop for regional banks. Regional banks offer a sizable 24% P/E discount relative to the broad U.S. financials sector, with EPS growth seen at about 10%.

Seeking Alpha • Dec 18, 2025

Top Performing Leveraged/Inverse ETFs: 12/14/2025

Top Performing Leveraged/Inverse ETFs Last Week These were last week's top performing leveraged and inverse ETFs. Note that because of leverage, these kinds of funds can move quickly.

ETF Trends • Dec 16, 2025

Community Banks' Margins Expanding, Credit Quality Holding Up For Now

Community bank margins have expanded as the benefit from fixed-rate assets repricing has overshadowed modest increases in funding costs. Most regional and community banks, in a variety of geographies, reported little to no deterioration in their credit quality in the quarter.

Seeking Alpha • Nov 29, 2025

Top Performing Leveraged/Inverse ETFs: 10/26/2025

Top Performing Leveraged/Inverse ETFs Last Week These were last week's top performing leveraged and inverse ETFs. Note that because of leverage, these kinds of funds can move quickly.

ETF Trends • Oct 29, 2025

Regional Banking Might Consolidate But Better Approaches Than DPST

The Direxion Daily Regional Banks Bull 3X Shares offers leveraged exposure to regional banks but carries significant risks due to daily resetting and value erosion. Regional banks appear attractive with reasonable valuations, controlled CRE risks, and potential upside from industry consolidation, especially as acquisition activity may increase. DPST is best suited for short-term, speculative trades on imminent events, not for long-term holding due to its daily resetting.

Seeking Alpha • Sep 29, 2025

Top Performing Leveraged/Inverse ETFs: 08/24/2025

Top Performing Leveraged/Inverse ETFs Last Week These were last week's top performing leveraged and inverse ETFs. Note that because of leverage, these kinds of funds can move quickly.

ETF Trends • Aug 26, 2025

U.S. Banks Maintain Favorable Earnings While Confronting Economic Uncertainty

US banks' net interest margins are poised to expand, but higher-for-longer interest rates and uncertainty created by tariffs will push credit costs higher and limit earnings growth in 2025. Banks' earnings should remain healthy through the first half of the year, buoyed by continued margin expansion, steady loan growth and benign credit quality.

Seeking Alpha • Jul 26, 2025

DPST May Be An Appealing Strategy For Fed Rate Policy Changes

Direxion Daily Regional Banks Bull 3X Shares ETF offers 3x daily exposure to regional banks, but is only suitable for short-term trading due to compounding and value decay risks. Macroeconomic factors like potential Fed rate cuts in 2025 could benefit regional banks and DPST, but industry headwinds and credit risks persist. Leveraged ETFs like DPST carry amplified downside risk, require careful risk management, and are not appropriate for long-term holding.

Seeking Alpha • Jul 11, 2025