- The first spot XRP ETF launches in Brazil on April 25, 2025.
- Key players include Hashdex and Genial Bank SA.
- The milestone offers regulated exposure to XRP for investors.
Brazil’s launch of the spot XRP ETF is a landmark event for cryptocurrency investors. Hashdex, a Brazilian asset manager, is responsible for creating and managing the fund, marking its ninth crypto ETF on B3. Samir Kerbage, Chief Investment Officer at Hashdex, highlighted the ETF is designed for sophisticated investors. The fund replicates the XRP Reference Price Index, utilizing 95% of its assets in XRP and related instruments.
“XRPH11 is part of Hashdex’s line of mono-asset funds, such as the ETFs BITH11, ETHE11, and SOLH11. The focus of these ETFs is sophisticated investors, such as institutional investors who want to build crypto portfolios on B3.” – Samir Kerbage, Chief Investment Officer, Hashdex
XRP ETF to Spur Institutional Interest
The ETF’s introduction could increase institutional investment in XRP, providing mainstream exposure to the cryptocurrency. There are potential financial shifts for XRP’s market, given the ETF’s nearly $40 million net worth. Experts suggest this could lead to rising interest in cryptocurrency ETFs globally , possibly impacting regulatory decisions, especially in the U.S., according to JPMorgan analysts.
Brazil’s Leadership in Crypto ETFs Continues
This event follows Brazil’s first crypto ETFs for assets like Bitcoin and Solana. The country remains a leader in crypto regulatory approvals, potentially influencing other regulators. Given the history and analyst insights, such ETFs may attract significant investments. With a successful track record, Brazil’s approach might serve as a model for other markets evaluating cryptocurrency ETFs.
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