BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF Generates $187.2 Million in Annual Fees

BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF (IBIT) is generating approximately $187.2 million in yearly fees, surpassing the iShares Core S&P 500 ETF (IVV) despite its smaller size. Key points include:

  • IBIT attracts significant capital from retail and institutional investors.
  • It represents over half of all Bitcoin ETF assets.
  • Increased demand is driven by clearer U.S. regulations promoting Bitcoin investments.
  • IBIT has a 0.25% expense ratio, outperforming IVV in annual revenue.
  • IVV manages nearly nine times more total assets than IBIT.