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Investors Suffer Massive Losses in Nvidia-Linked ETF Despite Nvidia's Record Gains

Published October 21, 2024

Investors in the T-Rex 2X Inverse Nvidia Daily Target ETF (NVDQ) are facing steep losses as the shares of Nvidia Corp. (NVDA), led by CEO Jensen Huang, have experienced incredible growth.

According to recent reports, the T-Rex ETF has plunged by a staggering 96% over the past year. This sharp decline starkly contrasts the phenomenal rise of Nvidia’s stock, which has soared by approximately 221.08% during the same period.

It is important to understand that the T-Rex ETF is specifically designed to generate daily inverse investment results. This means its long-term performance does not necessarily reflect the trends of Nvidia’s stock. The ETF aims to deliver a daily return that is 200% of the inverse of Nvidia’s performance on a daily basis, making it distinctly different from traditional ETFs.

In simpler terms, the T-Rex ETF gains value when Nvidia's stock price goes down and loses value when the stock price increases. The ETF accomplishes this by utilizing derivatives, such as options or futures, to effectively bet against Nvidia’s stock.

Despite the challenges faced by investors in the T-Rex ETF, Nvidia continues to hold a leading position in the semiconductor industry. Recently, shares of Nvidia closed at $138, marking a 0.8% increase and elevating its market capitalization to over $3 trillion. Some financial experts, like Ram Ahluwalia from Lumida Wealth Management, are optimistic about Nvidia's future potential, predicting it could reach a valuation of $4 trillion due to the robust demand for GPU chips.

Furthermore, analysts like Dan Niles of Niles Investment Management predict that Nvidia’s revenues and stock could potentially double in the upcoming years, driven primarily by investments in artificial intelligence. Major financial institutions like Goldman Sachs and Bofa Securities have raised their price targets for Nvidia, showcasing the growing confidence in its growth outlook.

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