Franklin Crypto Index ETF’s move from a bitcoin-and-ether focus to a wider lineup, including XRP and solana, underscores accelerating demand for broader digital-asset exposure as its benchmark expands, opening investors to stronger momentum across leading cryptocurrencies.
Franklin Crypto Index ETF Expands Portfolio Scope
Franklin Crypto Index ETF (CBOE BZX: EZPZ) filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on Nov. 24 that its portfolio, currently centered on bitcoin and ether, will include additional crypto assets, including XRP, starting Dec. 1 as its benchmark expands.
Citing new rules adopted by Cboe BZX Exchange Inc. and approved by the SEC under the generic listing standards, the filing states: “The fund is permitted to hold additional digital assets that are constituents of the Underlying Index, rather than being limited to bitcoin and ether.” CF Institutional Digital Asset Index – US–Settlement Price (the Underlying Index), overseen by CF Benchmarks Ltd., will widen its composition and maintain its quarterly rebalancing schedule.
The filing adds:
Accordingly, on or about December 1, 2025, the fund will invest in bitcoin, ether, XRP, solana, dogecoin, cardano, stellar lumens, and chainlink in approximately the same weights as they represent in the Underlying Index.
“The Underlying Index will remain subject to quarterly rebalancing schedule and other Underlying Index constituents may be added or removed from time to time in accordance with the Index Provider’s Index Rules and the generic listing standards,” the filing notes.
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Authorized participants will gain access to in-kind creations and redemptions, a structural adjustment that may bolster liquidity and reduce transaction friction, according to the filing. A prospectus supplement was submitted to update disclosures. While a broader asset mix may introduce added dispersion, advocates argue that diversified crypto exposure improves market representation and lowers reliance on bitcoin and ethereum alone.
FAQ ⏰
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When does the Franklin Crypto Index ETF add XRP and other assets?
The fund expands its holdings starting Dec. 1, 2025. -
Which new crypto assets are being added to the EZPZ portfolio?
XRP, solana, dogecoin, cardano, stellar lumens, and chainlink join bitcoin and ether. -
What enables EZPZ to hold more digital assets?
New Generic Listing Standards adopted by Cboe BZX allow expanded index-constituent holdings. -
How will the ETF manage its expanded crypto basket?
It will follow the CF Institutional Digital Asset Index with quarterly rebalancing.