Grayscale Ethereum Staking ETF to begin quarterly cash distributions of staking rewards

Filed July 17, 2026 · Period ending July 17, 2026 · ~2 min read

Key Changes

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  Trust will distribute net cash from Ethereum staking rewards to shareholders at least quarterly starting ~Aug 7, 2026, after deducting expenses and Sponsor facilitation fees. Distribution amounts will vary based on actual staking rewards received each period.

  Item 8.01 — Other Events verify on EDGAR →
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  Trust may not currently satisfy all conditions of IRS 2025 Revenue Procedure staking safe harbor due to unclear aspects of the guidance, creating uncertainty about whether it can rely on the safe harbor to protect grantor trust status while conducting staking.

  Exhibit 99.2 view on EDGAR →
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  Trust currently creates and redeems shares only for cash, not in-kind Ether transfers. No IRS authority confirms cash-only procedures preserve grantor trust status, introducing uncertainty about continued pass-through tax treatment.

  Exhibit 99.1 view on EDGAR →