Active Memecoin ETF could emerge 2026
Active memecoin-focused exchange-traded funds (ETFs) may emerge in the U.S., with a potential launch in 2026, according to Bloomberg ETF analyst Eric Balchunas. The surge in memecoin trading, particularly among retail investors, has increased its market capitalization to over $60 billion, prompting interest from ETF issuers. Balchunas noted that an actively managed fund would buy promising memecoins and sell weaker ones, contrasting with non-active ETFs that track single assets. The approval of a Dogecoin ETF is anticipated to provide insights into the regulatory landscape, with several issuers having filed applications. Current odds for SEC approval of a spot Dogecoin ETF have dropped to 44%. The memecoin market has seen significant declines, with major tokens like Dogecoin and Shiba Inu down over 70% from their peaks.
