U.S. Spot XRP ETFs Near $1B in Inflows After Record Launch

Published at 2025-12-08 16:45:12

U.S. spot XRP exchange-traded funds are approaching $1 billion in cumulative inflows since the first fund launched on November 13, according to market trackers as of Dec. 8, 2025. XRP’s debut outpaced previous altcoin ETF launches, drawing immediate capital from retail and institutional channels and highlighting robust demand for regulated, on‑ramp products tied to major utility tokens.

The milestone matters because it provides a practical test case for broader Wall Street engagement with non‑Bitcoin crypto assets under an ETF wrapper. Continued flows could strengthen XRP’s market liquidity and encourage more product launches, while also serving as a barometer for regulator and institutional comfort levels. Investors will watch inflow trends and trading volumes for signs the momentum is sustainable beyond the initial launch wave.

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