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XRP ETFs hold $1.4B despite price pullback as Goldman Sachs and hedge funds disclose positions

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XRP ETFs have attracted more than $1.2 billion in cumulative inflows since launch, with exposure from firms like Goldman Sachs.

Posted: March 10, 2026 By: Adewale Olarinde Journalist Edited By: Jibin Mathew George Adewale Olarinde Journalist Edited By: Jibin Mathew George Posted: March 10, 2026 Share this article

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Spot XRP exchange-traded funds have continued attracting investor capital despite recent price volatility. The cumulative inflows now exceed $1 billion since their launch.

Data cited by James Seyffart of Bloomberg Intelligence shows that spot XRP ETFs have gathered roughly $1.4 billion in cumulative inflows since debuting in late 2025.

The inflows have persisted even as XRP’s price experienced a broader market pullback, suggesting sustained demand from investors seeking regulated exposure to the asset.

Separate ETF flow data from SoSoValue shows cumulative net inflows currently around $1.22 billion. Total net assets across XRP ETFs stand near $971 million, representing approximately 1.16% of XRP’s total market capitalization.

Institutional filings reveal early XRP ETF buyers

While most ETF investors remain undisclosed, regulatory filings offer a partial view into the institutional participation behind the inflows.

Recent 13F filings show several large financial firms reporting exposure to XRP ETFs, including Goldman Sachs, which disclosed roughly $153.8 million in exposure.

Other institutions reporting positions include:

• Millennium Management – about $23 million
• Citadel Advisors – about $5.2 million
• Jane Street – about $1.9 million
• DRW Securities
• Wedbush Securities

These disclosures highlight participation from hedge funds, trading firms, and institutional investment managers in the early stages of the XRP ETF market.

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However, the filings represent only a small fraction of total holders. Many investors—including retail participants, foreign funds, and broker-dealer clients—are not required to report positions through 13F filings.

ETF inflows remain resilient despite price volatility

The data also suggests that XRP ETF demand has remained relatively resilient even during periods of price weakness.

The Bloomberg Intelligence chart shows inflows rising from roughly $150 million in November 2025 to more than $1.4 billion by early March 2026. This indicates continued capital allocation over several months.

Such inflow trends can occur even during market downturns, as institutional investors often gradually accumulate positions or rebalance portfolios through regulated investment vehicles such as ETFs.

Growing institutional access to XRP

The emergence of XRP ETFs has created a new pathway for traditional financial institutions to gain exposure to the cryptocurrency without directly holding digital assets.

For many institutional investors, ETFs offer advantages such as regulatory oversight, operational simplicity, and integration with existing brokerage and portfolio management systems.

As a result, the continued inflows and institutional disclosures suggest that XRP ETFs are becoming an increasingly important gateway for traditional market participants entering the crypto sector.

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Final Summary

• Spot XRP ETFs have attracted over $1 billion in cumulative inflows since launch, showing steady investor demand despite price volatility.
• Institutional filings from firms including Goldman Sachs and Millennium Management reveal early participation from major Wall Street investors.

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Adewale Olarinde

Adewale Olarinde is a crypto journalist and data-driven storyteller with a Master’s degree in International Relations. He covers digital assets, markets, and policy with a focus on clarity and context. Outside of work, he’s a lifelong Manchester United supporter and a big music lover. More Articles

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