📊 Short Bonds
Treasury and bond inverse ETFs for rising rate environments
Short Treasury ETF Quick Answer
If you searched for "short treasury ETF" or "short ETF treasuries", the main choices are TBF 1x, TBT 2x, TTT 3x, TMV 3x, and PST 2x for 7-10 year Treasuries.
Interest Rate Sensitivity
Long-duration Treasury ETFs are highly sensitive to interest rate changes. A 1% rise in rates can cause 15-20% moves in long-term Treasury prices. Leveraged inverse products amplify this significantly.
| Ticker | Name | Shorts | Leverage | Expense | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TBF | ProShares Short 20+ Year Treasury | Long Treasuries | 1x | 0.90% | Details → |
| TBT | ProShares UltraShort 20+ Year Treasury | Long Treasuries | 2x | 0.90% | Details → |
| TTT | ProShares UltraPro Short 20+ Year Treasury | Long Treasuries | 3x | 0.95% | Details → |
| TMV | Direxion Daily 20+ Year Treasury Bear 3X | Long Treasuries | 3x | 1.01% | Details → |
| PST | ProShares UltraShort 7-10 Year Treasury | Mid Treasuries | 2x | 0.95% | Details → |
When to Consider Bond Shorts
- Expecting Federal Reserve to raise interest rates
- Inflation concerns driving yields higher
- Hedging a bond-heavy portfolio
- Tactical trades around FOMC meetings