XRP Spot ETF Hits $1B AUM in Under 4 Weeks — Fastest Since Ether
XRP’s U.S. spot ETF crossed $1 billion in assets under management in under four weeks, marking the fastest U.S. crypto spot ETF ramp-up since Ether’s launch. The funds (including Canary Capital’s XRPC and Franklin Templeton’s XRPZ) saw sustained inflows — a multiday streak and roughly $897 million in net inflows by one count — driven largely by institutional buyers (Canary Capital, Grayscale, Bitwise, Franklin Templeton) and expanded retail access via traditional brokerages and retirement accounts. Vanguard’s move to make crypto ETFs available in brokerage and retirement plans was cited as a key catalyst, enabling custody-free exposure alongside stocks and bonds. Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse noted investor preference for regulated, stable channels over on‑chain custody. The milestone comes amid a broader 2025 surge of U.S.-listed crypto spot ETFs (40+ launches), signalling growing institutional adoption of regulated, off-chain crypto products. Traders should monitor ETF inflows, secondary‑market liquidity for XRP, exchange outflows or large withdrawals that could tighten supply, and any regulatory updates — all of which could amplify short-term price moves and affect order-book depth and volatility.
Bullish
The $1B AUM milestone and rapid inflows point to growing demand for XRP exposure via regulated, custody-free ETFs. Institutional participation and distribution through traditional brokerages and retirement accounts tend to increase durable demand and reduce reliance on exchange spot flows, which can be bullish for price. Short-term effects may include higher volatility as large ETF creations/redemptions and secondary-market arbitrage trade with on‑exchange liquidity; concentrated inflows or exchange withdrawals could tighten circulating supply and amplify upward pressure. Over the medium to long term, persistent ETF inflows and broader institutional adoption typically support higher price floors and improved liquidity conditions. Risks that could limit the bullish outlook include regulatory setbacks, large coordinated sell-offs, or a reversal of ETF flows; these would introduce downward pressure and volatility. Overall, the immediate net effect on XRP’s price is likely bullish given the scale and speed of investment into the ETF structure.