Top S&P 500 ETF Picks for Investing $5,000 in Early 2026

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What is an S&P 500 ETF

An S&P 500 ETF tracks the performance of the S&P 500 index using stocks or derivatives

Are leveraged ETFs safe for long-term holding

Leveraged ETFs carry decay risk and work best in strong trending markets, not flat periods

Why choose ProShares UltraPro S&P 500

It offers 3X daily exposure with a lower expense ratio and high liquidity

How does Direxion Daily S&P 500 differ

It provides similar 3X leverage but trades at a higher price per share

Is $5,000 enough for leveraged ETFs

Yes, even small capital can generate large swings due to leverage and daily compounding