Morgan Stanley Launches Spot Solana ETF (MSOL) on NYSE Arca
Morgan Stanley has launched its first spot cryptocurrency exchange-traded fund, the Morgan Stanley Solana Trust (NYSEARCA: MSOL), which holds actual Solana tokens. The ETF is listed on NYSE Arca and charges an annual fee of 0.14%, making it a competitive option in the crypto space. The trust aims to track the performance of SOL using the CoinDesk Solana Benchmark, adjusted for expenses. It also has the potential to include staking rewards under certain conditions set by Morgan Stanley's Delegated Sponsor. The fund is designed as a convenience product that allows investors to gain exposure to Solana without dealing with crypto wallets or exchanges. Despite its low fee and traditional brokerage accessibility, MSOL carries significant risk due to SOL’s recent performance—down 41% year-to-date and 60% over the past year. The ETF is positioned as a strategic tool for investors comfortable with high volatility.
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