US Spot XRP ETFs Near $1 Billion in Inflows Following Record-Breaking Launch
- XRP ETFs Defy Crypto Winter With 15-Day Inflow Streak
- Regulatory Clarity Unlocks Institutional Floodgates
- Outperforming Bitcoin and Ether ETFs During Market Slump
- Ripple's $500 Million Share Sale Attracts Wall Street Heavyweights
- XRP ETF FAQs
Wall Street's embrace of regulated crypto exposure hits new highs as XRP spot ETFs approach a historic $1 billion milestone just weeks after launch. The altcoin's unprecedented ETF debut signals institutional confidence despite broader market turbulence.
XRP ETFs Defy Crypto Winter With 15-Day Inflow Streak
US spot XRP exchange-traded funds have accumulated $897.35 million in net inflows since their November 13 debut, according to crypto ETF data provider SoSovalue. The four funds - offered by Canary Capital, Grayscale, Bitwise, and Franklin Templeton - haven't seen a single day of outflows, maintaining a perfect 15-day green streak that's locked over 400 million XRP tokens at current prices around $2.
"This momentum will undoubtedly continue and hit the billion-dollar mark shortly. The path is already clear," predicted Mati Greenspan, founder of Quantum Economics. He noted XRP benefits from institutional appetite for regulated crypto exposure rather than renewed tech enthusiasm.
Regulatory Clarity Unlocks Institutional Floodgates
The SEC's August settlement with Ripple - a $125 million penalty ending their 2+ year legal battle - removed what Greenspan calls "the last institutional stigma" against XRP. The resolution came after Judge Analisa Torres' landmark 2023 ruling that XRP wasn't a security, though SEC appeals had kept the case in limbo until the leadership change.
While newer blockchains showcase flashier tech, XRP's decade-long operational history and established liquidity made it the natural choice for Wall Street's first major altcoin ETF experiment. "Legacy matters," Greenspan emphasized, "especially when you're moving billions."
Outperforming Bitcoin and Ether ETFs During Market Slump
XRP's ETF success contrasts sharply with November's crypto ETF bloodbath. Bitcoin products bled $3.7 billion in outflows while BTC traded sideways between $86K-$94K. Issuers Leveraged over-the-counter trading desks to manage liquidity during the October-November selloff, with Investing.com reporting these channels helped XRP ETFs attract higher-quality institutional capital than BTC/ETH counterparts.
Ripple's $500 Million Share Sale Attracts Wall Street Heavyweights
November's $500 million private share placement - valuing Ripple at $40 billion - drew participation from Citadel Securities, Fortress Investment Group, and funds linked to Marshall Wace, Brevan Howard, Galaxy Digital and Pantera Capital. Disclosures revealed Ripple held $124 billion in XRP as of July (mostly in escrow), with two funds estimating over 90% of Ripple's net asset value ties to XRP.
Despite falling 34% from its $3.18 three-month high, XRP's ETF performance demonstrates how regulatory resolution can reshape institutional perceptions. Ripple continues expanding its stablecoin division and prime brokerage operations amid a broader crypto funding surge - PitchBook reports $23 billion raised in VC rounds and IPOs this year excluding Tether's rumored $20 billion target.
This article does not constitute investment advice.
XRP ETF FAQs
What's driving XRP ETF inflows?
The combination of regulatory clarity after Ripple's SEC settlement, XRP's established liquidity, and institutional demand for regulated crypto exposure.
How do XRP ETFs compare to Bitcoin ETFs?
XRP ETFs have shown remarkable stability with 15 consecutive days of inflows while bitcoin ETFs suffered massive outflows during recent market volatility.
What was significant about Ripple's share sale?
The $500 million private placement at a $40 billion valuation attracted major Wall Street players, signaling strong institutional confidence in XRP's future.
