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ProShares VIX Short-Term Futures ETF
Trading data
VIXY performance and flow charts
Performance
Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of March 10, 2026| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | +24.35% | +12.54% | +27.09% | -41.57% | -84.63% | -96.58% |
| Flows | -$65M | -$50M | -$73M | +$105M | +$203M | +$484M |
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | +64.76% | +75.88% | +72.48% | +72.17% |
Max drawdown | -14.17% | -70.15% | -88.93% | -97.39% |
Max drawdown duration | 82d | 336d | 1087d | 1826d |
Time to recover | 53d | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Replication quality
Data as of February 27, 2026Create an account to view replication metrics
1 year cumulative return difference | |
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| Best | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
| daily return difference | |
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| Average | Join for free |
| Worst | Join for free |
Characteristics
The ProShares VIX Short-Term Futures ETF is built to track the S&P 500 VIX Short-Term Futures Excess Return Index - USD. This ETF provides physical exposure - by owning its shares you earn the return of the securities composing the index (as the ETF holds them directly).
This share class generates a stream of income by distributing dividends.
| Management strategy | Passive |
| Provider | ProShares |
| N° of holdings | 0 |
| Replication method | Direct (Physical) |
| Asset class | Alternative |
| Dividend policy | Distributing |
Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join for free |
| Inception date | January 3, 2011 |
| ESG | No |
Latest news about VIXY
What type of ETF is VIXY?
VIXY is a Passive ETF that provides exposure to Volatility assets. It is managed by ProShares.
What index does VIXY track?
VIXY tracks the S&P 500 VIX Short-Term Futures Excess Return Index - USD, aiming to replicate its performance through full replication.
What does VIXY invest in?
This ETF provides exposure to Large Cap US Volatility. It is part of the segment: Volatility.
What is the expense ratio of VIXY?
The total expense ratio (TER) of VIXY is 0.95%, representing the annual fee charged by the fund manager.
When was VIXY launched?
VIXY was launched on January 3, 2011, marking its entry into the ETF market.
Who is the issuer of VIXY?
VIXY is issued by ProShares.
What is the AUM of VIXY?
As of March 10, 2026, VIXY manages $215.50 M, reflecting the total assets held in the fund.
How has VIXY performed recently?
As of March 10, 2026, VIXY delivered a return of 24.35% over the past month (1M performance), 12.54% over the past three months (3M), and 27.09% year-to-date (YTD).
What are the recent fund flows for VIXY?
As of March 10, 2026, VIXY has seen net flows of -$65M in the past month (1M flow) and -$73M year-to-date (YTD).
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