$MNRS offers investors targeted, pure-play exposure to #Bitcoin Miners and the Bitcoin Mining Industry, available directly in your investment account.
Grayscale Investments has announced the launch of the Grayscale Bitcoin Miners ETF, now available for tracking on the New York Stock Exchange Arca under the ticker symbol $MNRS. This ETF provides investors with targeted exposure to the Bitcoin mining industry and the companies operating within it.
With an indicative market price of $25.31 per share on the first day of trading, $MNRS is designed to track the performance of the Indxx Bitcoin Miners Index. This index comprises companies that generate a substantial portion of their revenue from mining Bitcoin and related activities, such as producing mining hardware, software, and services.
The ETF offers a unique investment opportunity for those seeking to engage with the cryptocurrency market without directly holding Bitcoin. According to David LaValle, Grayscale's Global Head of ETFs:
“Bitcoin miners, the network’s backbone, are well-positioned for significant growth as Bitcoin adoption and usage increases. This ETF provides investors with pure-play exposure to an industry set to benefit from the expanding digital economy.”
Investors can expect $MNRS to provide targeted exposure to the Bitcoin mining sector, while the ETF will be passively managed and adjust to changes in the industry, following a rules-based approach. This ETF offers a transparent investment option for those seeking to benefit from the growth of mining companies, which tends to correlate highly with movements in the Bitcoin price. As Bitcoin's value rises, so does the revenue potential for mining operations.
At inception, $MNRS includes shares from Marathon Holdings (16.66%), Riot Platforms (11.92%), and Core Scientific (9.2%). In total, the ETF currently comprises 26 holdings, representing various aspects of the mining ecosystem.
The launch of $MNRS comes at a crucial time in the cryptocurrency market. As we observe the costs associated with mining a single Bitcoin, projections indicate that it will remain within the range of $26,000 to $28,000 throughout 2025. Meanwhile, Bitcoin itself is trading at around $105,000, and further increases are anticipated.
The ETF's total expense ratio is 0.59%, making it a cost-effective option for investors looking to diversify their portfolios with exposure to the cryptocurrency mining industry. Additionally, $MNRS will distribute income semi-annually, offering potential income opportunities alongside capital appreciation.
