Harvest Ethereum Spot ETF (HARVESTETH)
Physically-backed spot Ether ETF from Harvest Global Investments – direct Ether exposure in Hong Kong (one of the first spot Ether products in Asia).
Key Facts
| Issuer | Harvest Global Investments |
|---|---|
| Ticker | 3439.HK / HARVESTETH (Hong Kong Stock Exchange) |
| Expense Ratio | 0.99% |
| Approx. AUM | HKD 900M (as of Jan 9, 2026) |
| Custodian | Institutional cold storage |
| Inception | April 30, 2024 |
| Official Site | Harvest HARVESTETH Page |
Composition / Holdings
HARVESTETH is 100% physically-backed spot Ethereum (no derivatives or futures).
| Asset | Percentage | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Ether (ETH) | 100% | Physically-backed spot Ether held in secure cold storage |
Direct 1:1 exposure to Ether price (less fees). No staking rewards passed through currently.
Net Inflows & Outflows
Historical net flows showing strong Asian demand for physical Ether. Positive cumulative inflows since April 2024 launch (AUM ~HKD 900M), with recent positive trends in 2025-2026 Ether market.
Performance Overview
NAV tracking and returns vs. Ether spot price (high correlation, minimal tracking error from fees).
ESG & Sustainability Metrics
Estimated ESG profile for Ethereum (post-Merge PoS improves energy score; strong on decentralization/utility).
Pros
- Physically-backed spot Ether exposure in regulated Hong Kong market
- Strong AUM and liquidity among HK Ether products
- Direct access to Ether for Asian investors
- High trading volume on HKEX
Cons
- Full exposure to Ether price volatility
- No staking rewards passed to holders
- Higher fees than some US spot peers
- No direct Ether ownership/withdrawals
How to Buy HARVESTETH
Available on Hong Kong brokers (Interactive Brokers, Futu, Tiger Brokers, etc.). Search ticker 3439.HK. Accessible for Hong Kong/Asian investors through local exchanges.
Not financial advice. Investments in crypto ETFs involve high risk, including potential loss of principal. Data approximate as of January 9-11, 2026 (sources: Harvest Global, HKEX, Yahoo Finance). Always verify with official sources.