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Quarterly ResultAug 6, 2026, 06:10 AM

iShares Ethereum Trust Net Assets Decline to $4.29B

AI Summary

The iShares Ethereum Trust ETF reported a significant decrease in net assets to $4.29 billion as of June 30, 2026, down from $10.30 billion at December 31, 2025. This decline was primarily driven by a net decrease of $4.50 billion from operations, including substantial realized and unrealized losses on ether, and a net decrease of $1.51 billion from capital share transactions. The net asset value per share fell to $12.02 from $22.46, reflecting a total return of -46.48% for the six-month period.

Key Highlights

  • Net Assets decreased to $4.29 billion at June 30, 2026, from $10.30 billion at December 31, 2025.
  • Investment in ether, at fair value, declined to $4.29 billion from $10.30 billion.
  • Net asset value per Share decreased to $12.02 at June 30, 2026, from $22.46.
  • Net decrease in net assets from operations was $4.50 billion for the six months ended June 30, 2026.
  • Net realized loss from operations was $2.02 billion for the six months ended June 30, 2026.
  • Net change in unrealized depreciation was $2.47 billion for the six months ended June 30, 2026.
  • Shares outstanding decreased to 357.12 million from 458.72 million.
  • Total return at net asset value was -46.48% for the six months ended June 30, 2026.