TQQQ Gained 59.18% While QQQ Gained 24.99%. Here Is Why That Is Not Triple.

TQQQ, a leveraged ETF targeting 3x the Nasdaq-100's daily move, faces three recurring daily costs that can erode realized investor returns relative to its stated objective. The article highlights the often-overlooked risks of daily leverage and compounding for longer-term holders, implying caution for investors using the product beyond short-term trading.