Why BlackRock Is Not Filing XRP ETF?

Ripple News Today, April 26th: While XRP ETFs are beginning to attract institutional interest, BlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager, remains on the sidelines. Despite filings from firms like Grayscale and Bitwise, BlackRock has yet to make any move toward launching an XRP ETF.

Here’s what’s holding them back—and what it means for the XRP ETF approval timeline.

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BlackRock XRP ETF Delay

Market observers say BlackRock sees little incentive to rush into the XRP ETF market. The firm is already generating significant profits through its Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs. Its Bitcoin ETF boasts over $30 billion in assets, while its Ethereum ETF recently crossed the $1 billion mark within just two months.

Given the success of these products, BlackRock appears content to prioritize assets with higher liquidity and stronger institutional demand, leaving XRP on the backburner for now.

Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan notes that while interest in XRP is growing, it hasn’t yet reached the levels needed to prompt BlackRock’s involvement. Typically, BlackRock responds to clear, sustained institutional demand before entering a new market, and XRP hasn’t crossed that threshold yet.

ETF expert Nate Geraci points out that BlackRock is likely adopting a wait-and-see approach. Instead of leading the charge, BlackRock is monitoring how competitors like Grayscale and Franklin Templeton navigate the XRP ETF space. The company is also carefully watching the regulatory landscape, particularly how the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) reacts to early XRP ETF filings.

Grayscale XRP ETF Filing

While BlackRock remains cautious, Grayscale has already taken steps by filing for an XRP ETF. The Grayscale XRP ETF filing signals growing confidence among smaller asset managers that regulatory clarity for XRP is on the horizon. Though the SEC has yet to approve any XRP ETFs, Grayscale’s move puts additional pressure on regulators to provide clear guidelines, and could potentially accelerate the overall XRP ETF approval timeline.

Ripple vs SEC Outcome Remains Key

The SEC’s stance on XRP ETFs remains uncertain, especially with the Ripple vs. SEC legal battle still ongoing. FOX Business correspondent Charles Gasparino suggests that BlackRock is unlikely to pursue an XRP ETF until the regulatory cloud fully clears. The outcome of the Ripple lawsuit will play a critical role in determining the XRP ETF approval date and whether wider acceptance follows.

Adding to the cautious approach is BlackRock’s experience with a fake XRP ETF filing in 2023, which created confusion in the market. Industry analysts note that BlackRock is now even more careful about its public image and will only move forward when legal and market conditions are fully favorable.

When Will XRP ETF Be Approved By U.S SEC?

The XRP ETF approval timeline is closely tied to the resolution of Ripple’s legal case with the SEC and a broader pickup in institutional demand. Industry insiders suggest that an XRP ETF approval date could still be months away, depending heavily on legal developments in 2025. Until then, XRP ETF news will likely center around filings, SEC reviews, and smaller players pushing ahead.

For now, investors eager for an XRP ETF will need to wait for more regulatory clarity and stronger market demand to drive BlackRock—and possibly others—to take action.

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