TQQQ vs. QLD: Which Leveraged ETF Offers Better Tech Returns?

ProShares Ultra QQQ provides 2x daily leverage while ProShares UltraPro QQQ offers 3x daily leverage on the same underlying tech-heavy index. ProShares UltraPro QQQ has experienced a significantly deeper maximum drawdown of 81.80% compared to the 63.80% seen by ProShares Ultra QQQ.

The Motley Fool • May 13, 2026

Don't Buy TQQQ Unless You Are Confident About These 3 Things

The ProShares UltraPro QQQ has delivered an average annual return of 39.3% over 16 years. During declines in the Nasdaq-100 index, this leveraged ETF gets hit three times as hard.

The Motley Fool • Apr 30, 2026

Leveraged ETFs Explained: 3 Picks for Active Traders Who Want Speed

Leveraged exchange-traded funds deliver a daily multiple of an underlying index's return, using swaps and futures to reset exposure every session.

24/7 Wall Street • Apr 24, 2026

Kevin Davitt on NDX "Smart Money" & Index Rally Trends

There's been a lot of upbeat change in the Nasdaq since the last time Kevin Davitt (@nasdaq) appeared on our network in March. He examines the index's outperformance over recent years and how it compares to historical trends.

A Nasdaq Comeback

After a long wait, tech stock investors have plenty to cheer about. It took a whopping 167 days, but the Nasdaq-100 index last week surpassed its previous closing high from back in October 2025 while also racking up its longest daily positive streak since 1992.

ETF Trends • Apr 23, 2026

Investors Rotate Into Equities as Iran War Fears Ease

Investors rotated billions of dollars back into equities last week, pulling money from ultra-short Treasury and leveraged exchange traded funds while pouring cash into broad market index funds as optimism mounted for a potential end to the Iran war. Key Takeaways: QQQ drew $6.5 billion as S&P 500 ETFs collectively attracted over $7.

ETF Trends • Apr 20, 2026

TQQQ: Only One Special Type of Investor Should Buy This ETF

The ProShares Ultra Pro QQQ has delivered average annual returns of 39.3% in the past 16 years -- but leverage brings bigger risks as well as rewards. There's no guarantee that the Nasdaq-100 will outperform the rest of the stock market in the future.

The Motley Fool • Apr 18, 2026

TQQQ: Get 3x The Returns When The Market Recovers

ProShares UltraPro QQQ ETF remains a compelling buy for high-risk investors seeking amplified returns as the Nasdaq-100 recovers from recent pullbacks. TQQQ's structure leverages 3x daily returns via swaps and futures, with significant cash holdings to maintain liquidity and collateral requirements. Macro risks—geopolitical tensions, high interest rates, and AI-driven software sector volatility—could amplify the fund's downside, but current valuations in large-cap tech appear attractive.

Seeking Alpha • Apr 9, 2026

TQQQ: A Correction Could Be A Blessing In Disguise (Technical Analysis)

I have been bullish on ProShares UltraPro QQQ for 10+ years, favoring a deeper correction to enhance long-term returns with disciplined risk management. TQQQ's 3x leverage amplifies both upside and downside; blending with cash and using moving averages can mitigate volatility and drawdown risks. A moving-average strategy—owning TQQQ when its short-term average exceeds the long-term—can outperform QQQ during prolonged bear markets while limiting capital erosion.

Seeking Alpha • Apr 7, 2026

Could Investing $10,000 in TQQQ Make You a Millionaire?

The ProShares Ultra Pro QQQ is a leveraged ETF that has delivered an average annual return of 41% over the past 16 years. The fund uses leverage and targets 3x the daily performance of the Nasdaq-100 index.

The Motley Fool • Apr 3, 2026