#VanEckLaunchesAVAXSpotETF 🚀

VanEck Launches First U.S. Spot AVAX ETF — VAVX
VanEck has officially launched the VanEck Avalanche ETF (VAVX) on Nasdaq, marking the first U.S. spot ETF to offer direct exposure to AVAX, the native token of the Avalanche blockchain.
This milestone gives both institutional and retail investors regulated access to AVAX price performance and potential staking rewards — without the need to buy, store, or manage crypto directly.
🔑 Key Features & Launch Details
Ticker / Exchange: VAVX (Nasdaq)
Launch Date: January 26, 2026
Tracking: Spot AVAX price via MarketVector Avalanche Benchmark Rate
Staking Yield: ~4.86% gross (late Jan 2026 estimate)
Expense Ratio: 0.20%
Sponsor fees waived on first $500M AUM until Feb 28, 2026
Structure: Fully regulated ETF with secure traditional custody
Staking Inclusion: Portion of holdings may be staked (subject to regulatory & tax rules)
📊 Early Performance Snapshot (Late Jan / Early Feb 2026)
NAV: ~$22.49
AUM: ~$3.37M (early-stage inflows)
YTD Return: -11.10% (aligned with broader crypto weakness)
AVAX Price: ~$10.10–$10.20
24H Volume: ~$670–$700M
📉 Market Reaction
While the ETF launch boosted visibility and legitimacy for Avalanche, the immediate price response was muted. Short-lived gains (~+2%) faded amid macro uncertainty and bearish altcoin sentiment. Compared to BTC and ETH spot ETFs, early inflows remain modest.