What is BlackRock’s iShares Staked Ethereum ETF (ETHB)?

iShares Staked Ethereum ETF (ETHB) is a new exchange-traded fund launched by BlackRock that provides exposure to Ether while incorporating staking. The ETF allows investors to benefit from Ethereum price movements and potential staking yield without directly managing crypto assets. It debuted on Nasdaq with $15.5 million in first-day trading volume.

How much trading volume did BlackRock’s ETH staking ETF generate on its first day?

The ETF recorded about $15.5 million in trading volume during its first day on Nasdaq. According to ETF analyst James Seyffart, the debut was a solid start for a new ETF launch. However, it trailed the first-day performance of some staking-focused Solana ETFs.

How does the ETHB ETF allow investors to earn staking rewards?

ETHB includes a staking component that allows Ether held by the fund to participate in Ethereum’s proof-of-stake network. Staking generates rewards for validating transactions on the blockchain. Those rewards can contribute to the fund’s returns for investors.

What fees does the iShares Staked Ethereum ETF charge?

ETHB carries a sponsor fee of 0.25%. As part of a promotional strategy, the fee will be reduced to 0.12% during the first year for assets up to $2.5 billion. Fee reductions are commonly used to attract early investor inflows into new ETFs.

How does ETHB compare with other crypto staking ETFs?

Some staking ETFs launched earlier recorded larger debut volumes. For example, the Bitwise Solana Staking ETF drew about $56 million in first-day trading volume and $417 million during its first week. Another fund, the REX-Osprey SOL + Staking ETF, recorded $33.7 million in first-day trading.

What other crypto ETFs does BlackRock operate?

BlackRock already runs two major crypto ETFs. These include the iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) and the iShares Ethereum Trust (ETHA). Both funds provide institutional investors with regulated exposure to digital assets.

How large are BlackRock’s existing crypto ETFs?

The iShares Bitcoin Trust currently manages more than $55 billion in assets. Meanwhile, the iShares Ethereum Trust oversees roughly $6.5 billion. These figures highlight strong institutional demand for regulated crypto investment products.

Why are staking ETFs important for institutional investors?

Staking ETFs provide exposure to blockchain yield strategies without requiring investors to hold or manage cryptocurrencies directly. Institutions can access staking rewards through a familiar investment structure. This reduces operational complexity and regulatory concerns.

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BlackRock staked Ethereum ETF opens with $15.5M

Written by Brie CarterPublished Mar 13, 2026, 12:00 AM

BlackRock’s iShares Staked Ethereum ETF debuted on Nasdaq with about $15.5 million in first-day trading volume, marking the asset manager’s first cryptocurrency exchange-traded fund offering staking exposure.

The fund, called iShares Staked Ethereum ETF (ETHB), allows investors to gain exposure to Ether while potentially earning staking-related yield through the fund structure.

“Very, very solid for a day 1 ETF launch,”

Said James Seyffart, commenting on the initial trading activity.

ETHB carries a sponsor fee of 0.25%, which will be reduced to 0.12% for the first year on assets up to $2.5 billion as part of a fee waiver designed to attract early inflows.

BlackRock already operates two crypto exchange-traded funds, including the iShares Bitcoin Trust and the iShares Ethereum Trust.

The launch comes as staking-focused crypto ETFs gain traction, with the Bitwise Solana Staking ETF drawing $56 million in first-day trading volume and about $417 million during its first week.

BlackRock’s existing crypto products have attracted substantial assets, with its Bitcoin ETF managing more than $55 billion and its Ethereum ETF overseeing roughly $6.5 billion.

At the time of reporting, Ethereum price was $2,125.07.