Bitwise is preparing to release the first Avalanche-based spot ETF in the U.S. Details filed with the SEC reveal key aspects like trading symbol and management fees. The ETF will be listed on NYSE Arca under the ticker BAVA, with no management fees charged for the first month.
Avalanche ETF Nears Approval
Bitwise, managing $15 billion in assets, filed an amended S-1 form with the SEC for their Avalanche spot ETF. If approved, the ETF provides investors direct access to AVAX’s price and staking returns. Management fees are set at 0.34%, waived for the first month or until $500 million in asset size is reached. This mirrors the strategy in Bitwise’s other altcoin ETFs.
The application for the BAVA ticker still states “delaying amendment,” indicating ongoing revisions despite new SEC guidance. While this leaves the approval timeline uncertain, it suggests the ETF’s technical preparations are complete.
Coinbase Custody Trust Company will be responsible for AVAX asset custody, while BNY Mellon will safeguard cash assets. Initial seeding involves Bitwise Investment Manager purchasing 100,000 shares in exchange for a $2.5 million investment.
AVAX’s Response to ETF News
Progress in Bitwise’s Avalanche ETF application has significantly impacted AVAX’s market value. The altcoin’s price surged over 7% in the past 24 hours, reaching $14.94. Weekly statistics show AVAX climbing 17%, fluctuating between $13.93 and $14.99. A 15% rise in trading volume indicates renewed investor interest.
Technically, AVAX still trades below its 50-day moving average of $18.04. Sustained growth requires recapturing this level. CoinGlass data shows a mixed outlook in the derivatives market, with total open positions falling to $612 million and a 6% increase on Binance and OKX.
ETF approval is anticipated to draw increased institutional interest and solidify staking returns as a foundation for market valuation. Bitwise’s recent launch of XRP and Dogecoin 
$0.097932 ETFs has bolstered optimism regarding Avalanche ETF’s approval process.
