Grayscale Investments has officially launched the Grayscale Solana Trust ETF (ticker: GSOL) on NYSE Arca, marking a major step in bringing Solana exposure to mainstream investors. The product combines spot Solana holdings with staking rewards, becoming one of the first U.S. exchange-traded products to do so. This launch positions Grayscale as one of the largest Solana ETP managers in the country, expanding its already leading portfolio of digital asset products.
Broader Institutional Access Through Staking
According to the press release, GSOL aims to simplify institutional and retail participation in Solana’s ecosystem by offering exchange-listed exposure with staking rewards built into its structure. The product captures staking returns directly in its net asset value (NAV), allowing compounding potential over time. Grayscale intends to pass on 77% of all staking rewards to investors, significantly increasing long-term yield potential.
Inkoo Kang, Senior Vice President of ETFs at Grayscale, said, “Today’s GSOL launch underscores our conviction that the modern portfolio includes digital asset exposure for growth and diversification alongside equities, bonds, and alternatives.”
The ETF launch follows Grayscale’s growing emphasis on staking-based products, following its successful Bitcoin and Ethereum ETPs. GSOL was first introduced in 2021, later listed on OTCQX in 2023, and began staking in October 2025. With its uplisting, the product now operates under the SEC’s new generic listing standards for crypto ETPs, providing greater accessibility and transparency for U.S. investors.
Solana’s Expanding Financial Footprint
Solana continues to emerge as one of the most scalable and cost-efficient blockchains, attracting developers, users, and institutions globally. Kristin Smith, President of the Solana Policy Institute, stated that the network’s infrastructure is rapidly becoming the backbone of digital finance. She added, “The rails of global finance are being rebuilt on Solana, and now millions of investors have exposure to it through Solana staking ETPs like Grayscale’s GSOL.”
By including staking within GSOL’s framework, investors indirectly contribute to network security and efficiency, earning passive income while supporting blockchain growth. Consequently, Solana’s expanding integration with traditional finance reflects growing investor confidence in Proof-of-Stake ecosystems.
SOL Price Consolidates Ahead of Market Events
At press time, Solana trades at $198.81 with a market capitalization of $109.1 billion. Despite a minor 0.33% daily decline, the token remains 8.23% higher week-on-week.
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Analyst Matthew Dixon noted that Solana is consolidating near $195 within its ascending channel. He emphasized that maintaining support at $185 is crucial for the next upward leg toward $250 and potentially $295, aligning with Elliott Wave targets.
As investors anticipate the Federal Reserve’s rate decision and the upcoming Trump–Xi meeting, volatility could temporarily restrain momentum. However, GSOL’s debut and Solana’s strong fundamentals may continue reinforcing long-term investor optimism.
