21shares Announces Distribution Dates on TETH

Rhea-AI Summary

21shares announced distribution dates for staking rewards on the 21shares Ethereum ETF (TETH). Key dates: Declaration Date January 7, 2026; Ex/Record Date January 8, 2026; Payable Date January 9, 2026. The distributions relate to staking rewards earned from the fund's Ethereum holdings.

The notice reiterates investor risk disclosures: TETH is not a direct investment in ether, ether markets are volatile and largely unregulated, and investors should review the Trust prospectus and consult advisors before investing.

News Market Reaction

-1.23%

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-1.23% News Effect

On the day this news was published, TXXS declined 1.23%, reflecting a mild negative market reaction.

Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.

Key Figures

Declaration date: January 7, 2026 Ex/Record date: January 8, 2026 Payable date: January 9, 2026 +5 more

8 metrics

Declaration date January 7, 2026 TETH staking rewards distribution declaration date

Ex/Record date January 8, 2026 TETH staking rewards ex/record date

Payable date January 9, 2026 TETH staking rewards payable date

Year of first crypto ETP 2018 Year 21shares listed the first physically-backed crypto ETP

Track record length seven-year track record Duration of 21shares’ history creating crypto ETPs

Total expense ratio 0.30% Expense ratio for 21Shares XRP ETF (TOXR)

Assets under management over $8 billion 21shares AUM as of November 2025

U.S. ETP count five U.S. ETPs Number of U.S. ETPs offered by 21shares as of Nov 2025

Market Reality Check

Price: $6.01 Vol: Volume 7,853 is below the...

normal vol

$6.01 Last Close

Volume Volume 7,853 is below the 20-day average of 10,145, indicating muted trading interest pre-announcement. normal

Technical Price at 16.08 is trading below the 200-day MA of 19.76, reflecting a weaker longer-term trend ahead of this news.

Historical Context

2 past events · Latest: Dec 11 (Positive)

Pattern 2 events

Date	Event	Sentiment	Move	Catalyst
Dec 11	New XRP ETF launch	Positive	-8.1%	Launch of 21Shares XRP ETF TOXR with 0.30% expense ratio and multi-custody model.
Dec 08	Crypto partnership	Positive	+9.8%	Strategic partnership with Crypto.com to create regulated Cronos CRO products.

Pattern Detected

Recent crypto-product announcements have seen mixed reactions, with one positive and one negative price move following news.

Recent Company History

Over recent weeks, 21shares (TXXS) focused on expanding its U.S. crypto product lineup and partnerships. On Dec 8, 2025, it announced a strategic partnership with Crypto.com to create regulated products tracking the Cronos CRO token, followed by the Dec 11, 2025 launch of the 21Shares XRP ETF (TOXR) with a 0.30% expense ratio and a multi-custody model. Today’s TETH distribution-date announcement fits this pattern of product-focused developments in crypto ETPs.

Market Pulse Summary

This announcement details key distribution dates for staking rewards from the 21shares Ethereum ETF ...

Analysis

This announcement details key distribution dates for staking rewards from the 21shares Ethereum ETF (TETH), adding clarity on how investors receive income linked to Ethereum holdings. It follows recent initiatives such as the XRP ETF launch with a 0.30% expense ratio and a partnership to build Cronos-linked products, underscoring a strategy of broadening crypto ETP offerings. Investors should focus on execution, regulatory structure, and the substantial risks outlined for ether exposure.

Key Terms

exchange traded products, staking rewards, Investment Company Act of 1940, commodity pool, +1 more

5 terms

exchange traded products financial

"one of the world’s largest issuers of cryptocurrency exchange traded products (ETPs)"

Exchange traded products are securities that trade on stock exchanges and are designed to track the price of an asset, index, or investment strategy—think of them as a single basket you can buy that represents many underlying things like stocks, bonds, or commodities. They matter to investors because they offer an easy, often lower-cost way to get broad or targeted market exposure and can be bought or sold throughout the trading day like a regular share, making diversification and tactical moves simpler.

staking rewards technical

"distribution dates for the 21shares Ethereum ETF (TETH) for staking rewards earned"

Staking rewards are incentives given to individuals who commit their cryptocurrency holdings to support a blockchain network's operations, such as confirming transactions and maintaining security. Think of it like earning interest or dividends for locking up your savings or investments, encouraging people to keep their assets engaged in keeping the system running smoothly. For investors, staking rewards provide a way to earn passive income while helping to secure the network.

Investment Company Act of 1940 regulatory

"The Trust is not an investment company registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940"

A U.S. federal law that sets the rulebook for pooled investment vehicles such as mutual funds, exchange-traded funds and similar money managers, requiring them to register with regulators, disclose holdings and fees, limit conflicts of interest, and follow governance standards. It matters to investors because these protections and transparency rules act like a referee and scoreboard, helping people compare funds, trust that managers follow fair practices, and spot hidden costs or risks.

commodity pool regulatory

"or a commodity pool for purposes of the Commodity Exchange Act"

A commodity pool is a fund that pools money from multiple investors to buy and trade raw materials or contracts tied to them—such as futures, options or other commodity-linked instruments—so participants share the gains and losses. Think of it like a mutual fund for oil, grains, metals or currency contracts where a manager makes trading decisions; it matters to investors because it concentrates commodity exposure, carries specific risks, fees and liquidity features, and can amplify returns or losses based on the manager’s strategy.

creation units financial

"Only Authorized Participants may trade directly with the Trust and only large blocks of Shares called "creation units.""

Creation units are large blocks of an exchange-traded fund’s (ETF) shares that big market players can exchange with the fund for the underlying basket of securities, or vice versa. Think of it like a bakery swapping a box of finished cookies for the exact ingredients — this mechanism helps keep the ETF’s market price close to the value of its holdings, supports liquidity, and lets investors buy or sell without large price gaps.

AI-generated analysis. Not financial advice.

NEW YORK, Dec. 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- 21shares, one of the world’s largest issuers of cryptocurrency exchange traded products (ETPs), today announced distribution dates for the 21shares Ethereum ETF (TETH) for staking rewards earned from its Ethereum holdings, listed in the table below.

Ticker	Name	Declaration Date	Ex/Record Date	Payable Date
TETH	21shares Ethereum ETF	January 7, 2026	January 8, 2026	January 9, 2026

About 21shares

21shares is one of the world’s leading cryptocurrency exchange traded product (ETP) providers and offers one of the largest suites of crypto ETPs in the market. The company was founded to make cryptocurrency more accessible to investors, and to bridge the gap between traditional finance and decentralized finance. 21shares listed the world’s first physically-backed crypto ETP in 2018, building a seven-year track record of creating crypto ETPs that are listed on some of the biggest, most liquid securities exchanges globally. Backed by a specialized research team, proprietary technology, and deep capital markets expertise, 21shares delivers innovative, simple and cost-efficient investment solutions.

21shares is a subsidiary of FalconX, a leading institutional digital asset prime brokerage. For more information, please visit www.21shares.com.

Media Contact
Audrey Belloff: audrey.belloff@21shares.com
Alethea Jadick: ajadick@sloanepr.com

Important Information

Investing involves significant risk, including the possible loss of principal. There is no assurance that the Trust will generate a profit for investors.

The Trust may not be suitable for all investors. The Trust is not an investment company registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940 or a commodity pool for purposes of the Commodity Exchange Act. Shares of the Trust are not subject to the same regulatory requirements as mutual funds. These investments are not suitable for all investors. Trusts focusing on a single asset generally experience greater volatility. There are special risks associated with short selling and margin investing. Please ask your financial advisor for more information about these risks. Ether is a relatively new asset class, and the market for ether is subject to rapid changes and uncertainty. Ether is largely unregulated and ether investments may be more susceptible to fraud and manipulation than more regulated investments. An investment in TETH is not a direct investment in Ethereum.

Ether is subject to unique and substantial risks, including significant price volatility and lack of liquidity, and theft. The value of an investment in the Trust could decline significantly and without warning, including to zero. Ether is subject to rapid price swings, including as a result of actions and statements by influencers and the media, changes in the supply of and demand for ether, and other factors. There is no assurance that ether will maintain its value over the long-term.

Failure by the Trust's Ether Custodian to exercise due care in the safekeeping of the Trust's ether could result in a loss to the Trust. Shareholders cannot be assured that the Ether Custodian will maintain adequate insurance with respect to the ether held by the custodian on behalf of the Trust.

The Trust is not actively managed and will not take any actions to take advantage, or mitigate the impacts, of volatility in the price of ether. An investment in the Trust is not a direct investment in ether. Investors will also forgo certain rights conferred by owning ether directly. Shares of the Trust are generally bought and sold at market price (not NAV) and are not individually redeemed from the Trust. Only Authorized Participants may trade directly with the Trust and only large blocks of Shares called "creation units." Your brokerage commissions will reduce returns.

Shares in the Trust are not FDIC insured and may lose value and have no bank guarantee.

This material must be accompanied or preceded by a prospectus. Carefully consider the Trust's investment objectives, risk factors, and fees and expenses before investing. For further discussion of the risks associated with an investment in the Trust please read the Trust's prospectus.

The Marketing Agent is Foreside Global Services, LLC 21Shares US LLC is the Sponsor to the 21Shares Ethereum ETF. 21Shares is not affiliated with Foreside Global Services LLC

© 2025. 21Shares US LLC. No part of this material may be reproduced in any form, or referred to in any other publication, without written permission.

FAQ

What are the TETH distribution dates for staking rewards in January 2026?

Declaration Date Jan 7, 2026; Ex/Record Date Jan 8, 2026; Payable Date Jan 9, 2026.

Which 21shares fund is paying staking reward distributions on the announced dates?

The distributions apply to the 21shares Ethereum ETF (TETH).

Will receiving the TETH distribution change my direct ownership of ether?

No; an investment in TETH is not a direct investment in ether and distributions do not transfer direct ether ownership.

Where can investors find more details and risk information about TETH distributions?

Investors should consult the Trust prospectus and the fund’s investor materials, and contact their financial advisor.

Does the announcement state how distribution amounts will be calculated for TETH?

No; the announcement lists distribution dates but does not specify distribution amounts or per-share calculations.