WisdomTree Launches Physical XRP (XRPW) ETP, Targeting Europe's XRP Market

WisdomTree has launched its latest Physical XRP (XRPW) ETP, which is listed across major European exchanges, including Deutsche Börse Xetra, Swiss Stock Exchange SIX, and Euronext exchanges in Paris and Amsterdam.

Major European exchanges, including Deutsche Börse Xetra, Swiss Stock Exchange SIX, and Euronext exchanges in Paris and Amsterdam, have welcomed the listing of WisdomTree’s latest Physical XRP (XRPW) ETP. This new ETP offers the most cost-effective XRP exposure vehicle in Europe, boasting a management expense ratio of 0.50 percent.

Announcing the launch of the WisdomTree Physical XRP ETP, now listed on Börse Xetra, SIX Swiss Exchange, and Euronext Paris and Amsterdam.

The ETP provides a simple, secure, and low-cost way to gain exposure to XRP, one of the largest… pic.twitter.com/30VAQVau8t

— WisdomTree in Europe (@WisdomTreeEU) November 21, 2024

The XRPW ETP marks a significant expansion of WisdomTree’s cryptocurrency offerings, providing investors with a direct and regulated path to XRP investment. The product is designed to be 100 percent physically backed by XRP, which is secured through a dual-custody model and professional cold storage protection.

At the heart of the offering is XRP, a digital asset that operates on the XRP Ledger (XRPL). The XRPL processes transactions within three to five seconds through its energy-efficient Proof-of-Association consensus mechanism. Since its launch in 2012, XRP has positioned itself as a sustainable alternative to Bitcoin, particularly excelling in cross-border payments and microtransactions.

XRP ETP Designed to Diversify Crypto Portfolios

Dovile Silenskyte, Director of Digital Assets Research at WisdomTree, highlights the strategic importance of launching at a time when risk-on sentiment is gaining momentum. This suggests that altcoin investments, such as XRP, might deliver more robust performance than Bitcoin and ether. Including XRP in a diversified crypto investment strategy could enhance overall returns. Silenskyte stated:

With risk-on sentiment building, altcoins like XRP could outperform a standard Bitcoin and Ether allocation […] reducing exposure to a single token. Cryptocurrencies, making up over 1% of the market portfolio, enhance diversification and may improve risk-adjusted returns in a multi-asset strategy,

Alexis Marinof, WisdomTree’s Head of Europe, underscores the firm’s vast experience managing physically-backed ETPs, noting that their global assets under management exceed $100 billion across ETFs and ETPs. The new XRP ETP joins WisdomTree’s comprehensive lineup of cryptocurrency products, which are available in 15 European countries.

Grayscale is preparing to launch the first XRP trust in the United States. Commenting on recent developments, Brad Garlinghouse, CEO of Ripple, views these as inevitable steps in the right direction, stating:

Was (pleasantly) surprised to see this news […] though inevitable, as well?! As I’ve said before, with XRP having regulatory clarity in the U.S. and other countries, I expect it’s only a matter of time for this space to grow.

XRP ETF Race Heats Up as Gary Set to Depart

This launch coincides with growing institutional interest in XRP investment vehicles. Several major players are pursuing regulatory approval for XRP ETFs in the U.S. following the departure of SEC Chair Gary Gensler on January 20. The crypto industry hopes the next SEC chair will create more appealing crypto-friendly stances.

As of November 2024, multiple asset managers have entered the running for the first U.S.-approved XRP ETF. 21Shares submitted their application on November 1, 2024, proposing to list Core XRP Trust shares on the Cboe BZX Exchange, with Coinbase Custody Trust Company serving as custodian.

Speculation about a potential collaboration between BlackRock and Ripple for an XRP ETF has further energized the market. According to Garlinghouse, such partnerships would benefit the entire XRP community, potentially attracting institutional investors and boosting market confidence.

🚨 RIPPLE & BLACKROCK CREATING $XRP ETF !?! CEO DROPS A BOMBSHELL ON BLOOMBERG CRYPTO🚨📈

Ripple CEO, Brad Garlinghouse, hints at a game-changing connection between BlackRock and Ripple launching an $XRP ETF in the USA 🇺🇸 …

Stating: “We think it makes sense for the XRP… pic.twitter.com/f7Uct0GyLC

— Good Morning Crypto (@AbsGMCrypto) July 23, 2024

The SEC has until June 2025 to respond to current XRP ETF applications, and market analysts are closely monitoring regulatory developments and their potential impact on the cryptocurrency investment landscape.