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Blackrock and Grayscale’s Ethereum ETF Race Triggers Fee Cuts

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Mustafa Mulla

The countdown to the July 23 launch of spot Ethereum ETFs is on, and the competition among asset managers is reaching dangerously high levels. In a surprising move designed to capture market share, Grayscale has announced a fee waiver for its Ethereum Mini Trust. As firms compete for position and investors eagerly anticipate the debut of these new financial instruments, the battle for the lowest fees has officially begun. Who will come out on top in this high-stakes game?

Read on to discover the latest developments in the Ethereum ETF race.

Grayscale Smart Fee Waiver Move

Grayscale has announced it will waive fees on inflows up to $2 billion or for the first six months—whichever comes first—for its Ethereum Mini Trust. This strategic decision contrasts sharply with the firm’s initial 2.5% fee for its primary Ethereum ETF, which was significantly higher than those of its competitors.

Now, the Grayscale Ethereum Mini Trust will charge just 0.15%, the lowest fee among all issuers, making it the most cost-effective option currently available.

Industry Sings Praises!

Grayscale’s bold move has earned praise from industry experts. Nate Geraci, President of ETF Store, commended the firm.

Geraci highlighted that Grayscale, which has set regulatory standards for spot Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs, is now leading the market with competitive fees.

BlackRock Has An Edge!

Grayscale is not the only firm that has implemented a fee waiver strategy. BlackRock has announced a potential fee reduction to 0.12% during the initial launch period of its ETHA ETF, which will last for 12 months or until the ETF accumulates $2.5 billion in net assets. 

This approach mirrors the successful strategy used for BlackRock’s IBIT Bitcoin ETF, which has amassed nearly $20 billion in assets under management in just seven months.

Read Also: Should You Buy Ethereum Before the ETF Launch? Analyst Issues Warning

Is this fee war good for investors? Let us know your take.

Mustafa Mulla

Mustafa has been writing about Blockchain and crypto since many years. He has previous trading experience and has been working in the Fintech industry since 2017.

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