IBIT Bitcoin ETF Review 2026

About BlackRock iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF

BlackRock iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF is a Bitcoin exchange-traded fund providing investors with exposure to Bitcoin.

Expense Ratio

0.25%

The iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF (IBIT) is a U.S.-based exchange-traded fund, launched on January 11, 2024, by iShares Delaware Trust Sponsor LLC, managed by BlackRock, to provide exposure to Bitcoin’s price movements.
Directly invests in physical Bitcoin, tracking the CF Benchmarks Index, aiming to reflect Bitcoin’s market price in U.S. dollars, less the fund’s expenses and liabilities.
Trades on the NASDAQ under the ticker IBIT, accessible through U.S. brokerage accounts, but not specifically noted for TFSA or RRSP eligibility due to its U.S. domicile.
IBIT’s stock price, 52-week range, year-to-date return, and assets under management fluctuate with market conditions. For the latest figures, refer to financial websites such as Yahoo Finance.
High risk due to Bitcoin’s volatility, lack of Investment Company Act of 1940 protections, and its speculative nature; suitable for investors with a high risk tolerance and cryptocurrency knowledge.
Management and Fees: Passively managed with a 0.25% expense ratio, leveraging Coinbase Prime for custody; full details on fees and risks are in the prospectus.

Ticker Symbol	IBIT
Issuer	iShares
Expense Ratio	0.25%
Fund Type	Spot
Custodian	Coinbase Custody
Bitcoin Only	✓ Yes
Fund Inception	2024-01-05
Regulator	U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)

Pure Bitcoin Spot

YTD Return

+3.98%

1 Year Return

+142.50%

Avg Volume

51,552,848

iShares offers the iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT – $33+ billion AUM) and iShares Ethereum Trust (ETHA). IBIT is the largest and fastest-growing spot Bitcoin ETF globally.