NUGT is trading 3.2% up today as gold-mining shares rebound, amplifying moves in the underlying NYSE Arca Gold Miners Index. - The 2x leveraged ETF's performance follows a period of extreme volatility linked to gold price swings and shifting interest-rate expectations. - The move comes immediately after its June 23, 2026 ex-dividend date, a catalyst that often attracts short-term traders seeking leveraged exposure to the sector.