XRP vs. ARKD

Last updated Apr 1, 2026

Compare and contrast key facts about Bitwise XRP ETF (XRP) and ARK 21Shares Digital Asset and Blockchain Strategy ETF (ARKD).

XRP and ARKD are both exchange-traded funds (ETFs), meaning they are traded on stock exchanges and can be bought and sold throughout the day. XRP is an actively managed fund by Bitwise. It was launched on Nov 19, 2025. ARKD is an actively managed fund by ARK. It was launched on Nov 14, 2023.

Performance

XRP vs. ARKD - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a $10,000 investment in Bitwise XRP ETF (XRP) and ARK 21Shares Digital Asset and Blockchain Strategy ETF (ARKD). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

XRP vs. ARKD - Yearly Performance Comparison

	2026 (YTD)
XRP Bitwise XRP ETF	-32.30%
ARKD ARK 21Shares Digital Asset and Blockchain Strategy ETF	-9.22%

Returns By Period

XRP

• 1D: 1.76%
• 1M: -0.86%
• YTD: -26.75%
• 6M: —
• 1Y: —
• 3Y*: —
• 5Y*: —
• 10Y*: —

ARKD

• 1D: 2.93%
• 1M: -3.93%
• YTD: —
• 6M: —
• 1Y: —
• 3Y*: —
• 5Y*: —
• 10Y*: —

*Multi-year figures are annualized to reflect compound growth (CAGR)

XRP vs. ARKD - Expense Ratio Comparison

XRP has a 0.34% expense ratio, which is lower than ARKD's 0.90% expense ratio.

ARKD

ARK 21Shares Digital Asset and Blockchain Strategy ETF

XRP

Bitwise XRP ETF

Return for Risk

XRP vs. ARKD - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for Bitwise XRP ETF (XRP) and ARK 21Shares Digital Asset and Blockchain Strategy ETF (ARKD). Risk-adjusted metrics are performance indicators that assess an investment's returns in relation to its risk, enabling a more accurate comparison of different investment options.

Risk / return metrics aren't available yet — we need at least 12 months of trading data to calculate them.

Sharpe Ratios by Period

	XRP	ARKD	Difference
Sharpe Ratio (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history	-0.79	-1.61	+0.82

Correlation

The correlation between XRP and ARKD is 0.65, which is considered to be moderate. This suggests that the two assets have some degree of positive relationship in their price movements. Moderate correlation can be acceptable for portfolio diversification, offering a balance between risk and potential returns.

Dividends

XRP vs. ARKD - Dividend Comparison

Neither XRP nor ARKD has paid dividends to shareholders.

Tickers have no history of dividend payments

Drawdowns

XRP vs. ARKD - Drawdown Comparison

The maximum XRP drawdown since its inception was -48.71%, which is greater than ARKD's maximum drawdown of -14.03%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for XRP and ARKD.

Drawdown Indicators

	XRP	ARKD	Difference
Max Drawdown Largest peak-to-trough decline	-48.71%	-14.03%	-34.68%
Current Drawdown Current decline from peak	-42.08%	-11.51%	-30.57%
Average Drawdown Average peak-to-trough decline	-24.29%	-6.67%	-17.62%

Volatility

Volatility by Period

	XRP	ARKD	Difference
Volatility (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	87.42%	20.95%	+66.47%
Volatility (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized	87.42%	20.95%	+66.47%
Volatility (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized	87.42%	20.95%	+66.47%