The ‘Squid Game’ market: Risky leveraged ETFs boomed in 2024. Now comes the bust. - MarketWatch
1. 2024 saw a record increase in leveraged ETF assets, totaling $100 billion. 2. TSLG has plummeted 70% in 2025, linked to Tesla's 38% share drop. 3. Investors are buying dips despite rising risks in leveraged ETFs. 4. Popularity of leveraged ETFs raises concerns about investor risk awareness. 5. Inverse ETFs like TSLQ have gained significantly amid recent market volatility.