VanEck Ethereum ETF (ETHV)
Low-cost spot Ethereum ETF from VanEck – direct exposure to Ether with transparent management and competitive fees.
Key Facts
| Issuer | VanEck |
|---|---|
| Ticker | ETHV (Cboe BZX) |
| Expense Ratio | 0.20% |
| Approx. AUM | $161.1M (as of Jan 9, 2026) |
| Custodian | Gemini Trust Company, LLC (ETH); State Street (cash) |
| Inception | June 25, 2024 (trading July 23, 2024) |
| Official Site | VanEck ETHV Page |
Composition / Holdings
ETHV is 100% physically-backed spot Ethereum (no derivatives or futures).
| Asset | Percentage | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Ether (ETH) | 100% | Physically-backed spot Ether held in cold storage by Gemini Trust Company |
Direct 1:1 exposure to Ether price (less fees). No staking rewards passed through currently.
Net Inflows & Outflows
Historical net flows showing investor demand. Modest positive cumulative inflows since launch (AUM proxy ~$161M), but recent volatility in early Jan 2026 (e.g., -$4.6M on Jan 7, -$2.3M on Jan 8, $0 on Jan 9; aligned with category trends).
Performance Overview
NAV tracking and returns vs. Ether spot price (high correlation, minor tracking error from fees).
ESG & Sustainability Metrics
Estimated ESG profile for Ethereum (post-Merge PoS improves energy score; strong on decentralization/utility).
Pros
- Low 0.20% expense ratio – highly competitive
- Managed by VanEck – established ETF issuer with transparency
- Secure custody (Gemini for ETH, State Street for cash)
- Good for cost-focused investors in spot ETH exposure
Cons
- Smaller AUM/liquidity vs. larger peers like ETHA or FETH
- Full exposure to Ether price volatility
- No staking rewards passed to holders (yet)
- No direct Ether ownership/withdrawals
How to Buy ETHV
Available on major US brokers (Fidelity, Schwab, Vanguard, Robinhood, etc.). Search ticker ETHV. Attractive for investors prioritizing low fees in spot Ethereum.
Not financial advice. Investments in crypto ETFs involve high risk, including potential loss of principal. Data approximate as of January 9-11, 2026 (sources: VanEck official, Farside Investors, SoSoValue). Always verify with official sources.