IPO - Bitwise Funds Trust
Form Type: 485APOS
Filing Date: 2025-04-25
Corporate Action: Ipo
Type: New
Accession Number: 000121390025035344
Filing Summary: This document is a post-effective amendment to Bitwise Funds Trust's registration statement under the 1933 Act and the Investment Company Act of 1940, specifically concerning the Bitwise Crypto Industry Innovators ETF. The Trust is promoting this exchange-traded fund that seeks investment results that correspond to the total return performance of the Bitwise Crypto Innovators 30 Index. The ETF will primarily trade its shares on NYSE Arca, and the filing will become effective 75 days after filing. It includes detailed insights into the Fund's investment strategy, risks associated with investing in the fund, particularly related to bitcoin and ether, and outlines the operating expenses, management structure, and associated fees. The document emphasizes the Fund's goal of achieving significant investment results while addressing the inherent risks and regulatory challenges associated with cryptocurrencies.
Additional details:
Registration No: 333-264900
Filing Type: Registration Statement Under the Securities Act of 1933
Effective Date: 75 days after filing
Investment Objective: The Fund seeks investment results that correspond generally to the total return performance of the Bitwise Crypto Innovators 30 Index
Management Fees: 0.85%
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses: 0.85%
Portfolio Turnover Rate: 58% of the average value of its portfolio
Principal Investment Strategies: Invests in securities comprising the Index and depositary receipts representing securities of the Index
Tax Risks: Investment not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other government agency
Non Diversified Classification: The Fund is classified as a non-diversified investment company under the Investment Company Act of 1940.
Form Type: 485APOS
Filing Date: 2024-12-26
Corporate Action: Ipo
Type: New
Accession Number: 000121390024112714
Filing Summary: Bitwise Funds Trust filed a post-effective amendment on December 26, 2024, under the Securities Act of 1933 and the Investment Company Act of 1940 for the Bitwise Bitcoin Standard Corporations ETF. This filing signifies the introduction of the ETF which aims to provide investment results corresponding to the performance of the Bitwise Bitcoin Standard Corporations Index. The ETF will primarily invest in securities of corporations holding substantial bitcoin reserves as corporate treasuries. The document includes details on management, investment strategies, and associated risks such as market risk and bitcoin volatility. It highlights that the ETF will not directly invest in bitcoin but will focus on equities of qualifying companies. Important operational details, fee structures, and the investment objectives are outlined, suggesting a focus on growth through concentrated equity investments in established corporations within the cryptocurrency sector. The Fund’s capital raising strategy indicates it is seeking registrations necessary for the sale of its shares once the registration statement becomes effective.
Additional details:
Cik: 0001643920
Investment Objective: The Fund seeks investment results that, before fees and expenses, correspond generally to the performance of the Bitwise Bitcoin Standard Corporations Index.
Annual Fund Operating Expenses Management Fees: 0.__%
Annual Fund Operating Expenses Distribution And Service Fees: 0.00%
Annual Fund Operating Expenses Other Expenses: 0.00%
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses: 0.__%
Principal Investment Strategies: Under normal market conditions, the Fund generally invests substantially all, but at least 80%, of its net assets in the securities comprising the Index.
Bitcoin Standard Corporations Risk: Companies that adopt the bitcoin standard may face market volatility and reputational scrutiny due to their unique investment in bitcoin.
Digital Asset Market And Volatility Risk: The price of bitcoin has been highly volatile and is susceptible to rapid changes.
Cybersecurity Risk: The Fund is susceptible to operational risks due to breaches in cybersecurity.
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