ARK 21Shares Bitcoin ETF to Implement 3-for-1 Share Split on June 16

Written by Maxwell Mutuma

Edited by Harsh Chauhan

Last Updated June 3, 2025

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Ark 21Shares’ 3-for-1 split lowers share price, boosting accessibility.
ARKB split expected to increase liquidity and attract retail investors.
Bitcoin ETF gains follow recent outflows in U.S. spot funds.

Ark 21Shares will carry out a 3-for-1 share split for its Bitcoin ETF (ARKB) starting June 16, 2025. The goal is to increase accessibility for a broader range of investors.

21Shares, a leading issuer of crypto ETFs, said the split aims to improve trading efficiency and invite more retail investors. The ETF will continue trading under the ticker ARKB, and the total net asset value (NAV) will remain unchanged.

Ark 21Shares to Implement 3-for-1 Share Split for Bitcoin ETF

According to 21Shares, the split will reduce the price per share while maintaining the overall value of holdings for investors. ARKB closed at $104.25 on Monday, but after the split, each share will be valued at approximately $34.75.

Shareholders will receive three shares for each one they currently own. This change does not affect the fund’s Bitcoin exposure or investment strategy.

Effects of the 3-for-1 ARKB Share Split on Market Participation

Lowering the price per share may attract retail investors who prefer more affordable entry points. The split is expected to boost trading volume and increase liquidity by encouraging more frequent transactions. This approach is often used to make shares more accessible without altering the fund’s core assets.

ARKB is a physically-backed Bitcoin ETF designed to provide regulated exposure to Bitcoin’s price performance. It tracks the CME CF Bitcoin Reference Rate – New York Variant. The fund allows investors to gain direct exposure to Bitcoin without owning the cryptocurrency itself.

ARKB has seen gains of about 12% this year and close to 27% in the last quarter. The share split could help reverse recent outflows in U.S. Spot Bitcoin ETFs, which reported $358 million withdrawn on May 30.

As a sponsor, 21Shares AG has one of the biggest ranges of cryptocurrency exchange-traded products in the world. This is an example of how ARKB is working to let more retail investors take part and increase activity in the Bitcoin ETF industry. It shows that the company is still working to enhance people’s participation and the efficiency of trading crypto products.

Written by Maxwell Mutuma

Maxwell Mutuma is a Crypto Journalist at CryptoNewsZ with over five years of experience. Maxwell is an expert in tokenomics and blockchain infrastructure. He tracks how new tech affects the real world. He focuses on Layer 1 networks and DeFi. Maxwell has reported through many market cycles. He uses his deep knowledge to find the truth behind the news. He is a hands-on researcher who tracks on-chain data and token launches to give readers expert insights.