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ProShares Short QQQ ETF
PSQ performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of July 17, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | +2.96% | -7.46% | -11.70% | -17.58% | -39.73% | -49.03% |
| Flows | +$24M | +$44M | +$217M | +$314M | +$174M | +$761M |
Characteristics
The ProShares Short QQQ ETF is built to track the NASDAQ-100 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 | Inverse |
| Provider | ProShares |
| N° of holdings | |
| Replication method | Indirect |
| Asset class | Equity |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | June 19, 2006 |
| ESG | No |
More data and info about PSQ on Trackinsight
PSQ'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 | +23.99% | +18.77% | +20.42% | +23.11% |
Max drawdown | -13.38% | -24.85% | -49.68% | -60.95% |
Max drawdown duration | 87d | 109d | 995d | 1370d |
Time to recover | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Replication quality
Data as of July 18, 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 PSQ?
PSQ is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Equity assets. It is managed by ProShares.
What index does PSQ track?
PSQ tracks the NASDAQ-100 Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through unfunded swap.
What does PSQ invest in?
This ETF provides inverse exposure (-1x) to Large Cap US Equities. It is part of the segment: Inverse Equity.
What is the expense ratio of PSQ?
The total expense ratio (TER) of PSQ is 1%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was PSQ launched?
PSQ was launched on June 19, 2006, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of PSQ?
PSQ is issued by ProShares.
What is the AUM of PSQ?
As of July 17, 2026, PSQ manages $682.73 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has PSQ performed recently?
As of July 17, 2026, PSQ delivered a return of 2.96% over the past month (1M performance), -7.46% over the past three months (3M), and -11.7% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for PSQ?
As of July 17, 2026, PSQ has seen net flows of +$24M in the past month (1M flow) and +$217M year-to-date (YTD).
Does PSQ pay dividends?
As of July 17, 2026, PSQ has a trailing 12-month distribution yield of 3.44%.
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