Franklin Templeton Adds XRP as Third-Largest Holding in Crypto Index ETF

Published at 2026-03-31 17:00:11

Franklin Templeton has listed XRP as the third-largest position in its Crypto Index ETF, giving the token a 5.91% portfolio weighting as of March 31, 2026. The formal inclusion and material allocation make XRP a visible exposure inside the fund and mark a notable placement among the ETF’s broader digital-asset lineup.

The weighting could bolster XRP liquidity and on-exchange price discovery within the ETF’s trading activity and may affect investor flows into the product as market participants seek diversified crypto exposure. For investors and traders, the move underscores growing institutional acceptance of select alternative tokens and highlights how ETF composition decisions can meaningfully influence market dynamics and fund performance.

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