XSPI is mentioned as a US-based ETF with approximately 50% leverage, part of a category of modestly leveraged ETFs discussed.
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Do Leveraged ETFs Make Sense for Long Term Income Investors? Total Returns = The Ultimate TRUTH
Passive Income InvestingMay 3, 2026
The creator argues that modestly leveraged ETFs (25-50%) make sense for long-term investors, especially covered call ETFs. They highlight low interest rates, hands-off leverage managed by fund managers, and the potential for enhanced total returns without excessive volatility, citing examples like USCL, QQCL, USSL, and QQQL compared to their non-leveraged counterparts.
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QQQL, a 25% leveraged NASDAQ 100 ETF without covered calls, is suggested as a superior alternative to holding the NASDAQ 100 directly for long-term growth investors.
USSL, a 25% leveraged S&P 500 ETF without covered calls, is highly recommended over a standard S&P 500 ETF (like VFV) for long-term growth investors due to its outperformance.
QQCL, a 25% leveraged NASDAQ 100 covered call ETF, is presented as a strong option for long-term investors seeking enhanced returns with comparable volatility to the underlying index.