SEC probes Franklin Solana ETF for mainstream trading debut
Published Date: 6/23/2025
Notice
Summary
The SEC is deciding whether to approve the Cboe BZX Exchange’s plan to list and trade shares of the Franklin Solana ETF, a new commodity-based fund. This affects investors interested in trading this ETF and could open up fresh opportunities on the exchange. The decision process is happening now, with a key deadline on June 17, 2025.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.
Proposed Solana ETF Listing on Cboe BZX
The SEC is reviewing a proposal to list and trade the Franklin Solana ETF on the Cboe BZX Exchange; the Commission instituted proceedings on June 17, 2025. If approved, investors would be able to buy and sell ETF shares that seek to reflect the price of Solana (SOL) on the exchange.
Fund May Stake a Portion of SOL
The Fund's sponsor may, from time to time, stake a portion of the Fund's SOL through one or more trusted staking providers. The staking providers may include the Custodian, an affiliate of the Custodian, or an affiliate of the Sponsor.
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