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ProShares Ultra Bitcoin ETF
BITU performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of April 22, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | +22.00% | -30.89% | -29.39% | -46.83% | ||
| Flows | +$39M | +$105M | +$154M | +$242M | - | - |
Characteristics
The ProShares Ultra Bitcoin ETF is built to track the Bloomberg Bitcoin Index - USD. This ETF provides synthetic exposure - by owning its shares you earn the return of the index indirectly through the use of derivatives or a swap. This share class generates a stream of income by distributing dividends.
| Management strategy | Passive |
| Strategy | Leveraged |
| Provider | ProShares |
| N° of holdings | |
| Replication method | Indirect |
| Asset class | Cryptocurrencies |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | April 2, 2024 |
| ESG | No |
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BITU's exposure
This ETF provides synthetic exposure. It does not hold the securities of the index directly so we cannot display its exposure breakdown.
Trading data
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +115.06% | +87.18% | ||
Max drawdown | -51.33% | -77.66% | ||
Max drawdown duration | 87d | 198d | N/A | N/A |
Time to recover | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Replication quality
Data as of April 23, 2026Create an account to view replication metrics
1 year cumulative return difference | |
|---|---|
| Best | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
| daily return difference | |
|---|---|
| Average | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
What type of ETF is BITU?
BITU is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Cryptocurrencies assets. It is managed by ProShares.
What index does BITU track?
BITU tracks the Bloomberg Bitcoin Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through unfunded swap.
What does BITU invest in?
This ETF provides leveraged exposure (2x) to Bitcoin. It is part of the segment: Other Leveraged Products.
What is the expense ratio of BITU?
The total expense ratio (TER) of BITU is 0.98%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was BITU launched?
BITU was launched on April 2, 2024, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of BITU?
BITU is issued by ProShares.
What is the AUM of BITU?
As of April 22, 2026, BITU manages $548.85 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has BITU performed recently?
As of April 22, 2026, BITU delivered a return of 22% over the past month (1M performance), -30.89% over the past three months (3M), and -29.39% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for BITU?
As of April 22, 2026, BITU has seen net flows of +$39M in the past month (1M flow) and +$154M year-to-date (YTD).
Does BITU pay dividends?
As of April 22, 2026, BITU has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 59%.
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