BK.NYSEBank of New York Mellon CORP
SCHEDULE: BNY Mellon Entities Report Bitcoin Fund Stake
Sentiment:
Beneficial Ownership Filing (Schedule 13G Amendment)
Several Bank of New York Mellon subsidiaries have reported beneficial ownership of over 11% of the WisdomTree Bitcoin Fund.
Summary
- This filing is an amendment to a Schedule 13G, indicating a change in beneficial ownership of WisdomTree Bitcoin Fund securities.
- The reporting persons are various subsidiaries of The Bank of New York Mellon Corporation, including BNY Mellon IHC, LLC, MBC Investments Corp, and Newton Investment Management North America, LLC.
- Collectively, these entities hold a significant stake, with each reporting approximately 235,751 to 235,752 shares.
- This represents approximately 11.1% of the class of securities for each reporting entity.
- The filing clarifies that these securities are held in various fiduciary capacities and not for the purpose of influencing control of the issuer.
Sentiment
Score: 5
Explanation: StockSavvy.ai views this as a neutral filing, as it primarily reports existing ownership stakes rather than new financial performance or strategic changes.
Positives
- Significant institutional ownership by a major financial institution like BNY Mellon can lend credibility and stability to the fund.
- The reporting entities are classified as 'HC' (Holding Company) or 'IA' (Investment Adviser), suggesting professional management and oversight of the holdings.
Negatives
- The filing does not contain specific financial performance data for the fund itself, only ownership stakes.
- The large aggregate ownership by a single financial group could potentially lead to concentrated selling pressure if they decide to divest.
Risks
- The primary risk is market volatility associated with Bitcoin, which directly impacts the value of the WisdomTree Bitcoin Fund.
- Regulatory changes concerning cryptocurrency or Bitcoin ETFs could affect the fund's operations and value.
- The concentration of ownership among BNY Mellon subsidiaries could pose a risk if their investment strategy changes or if they face internal issues.
Future Outlook
The filing does not contain forward-looking statements or guidance. It is a disclosure of beneficial ownership.
Management Comments
- The filing of this Schedule 13G shall not be construed as an admission that The Bank of New York Mellon Corporation, or its direct or indirect subsidiaries, including The Bank of New York Mellon and BNY Mellon, National Association, are for the purposes of Section 13(d) or 13(g) of the Act, the beneficial owners of any securities covered by this Schedule 13G.
- All of the securities are beneficially owned by The Bank of New York Mellon Corporation and its direct or indirect subsidiaries in their various fiduciary capacities.
- As a result, another entity in every instance is entitled to dividends or proceeds of sale.
Industry Context
StockSavvy.ai notes that the increased reporting of significant stakes in Bitcoin ETFs by major financial institutions like BNY Mellon signifies growing institutional acceptance and integration of digital assets into traditional investment portfolios.
Stakeholder Impact
- Shareholders of the WisdomTree Bitcoin Fund may see increased stability and credibility due to significant institutional backing.
- Potential investors may view the fund more favorably due to the substantial stake held by BNY Mellon subsidiaries.
- Competitors in the Bitcoin ETF space may face increased competition from a fund with strong institutional support.
Next Steps
- Continued monitoring of BNY Mellon's ownership levels in the WisdomTree Bitcoin Fund.
- Tracking any future amendments to this Schedule 13G filing.
Key Dates
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| 04/30/2026 | Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement |
| March 17, 2017 | Effective date for Power of Attorney for The Bank of New York Mellon Corporation |
| September 16, 2015 | Effective date for Power of Attorney for BNY Mellon, National Association |
| October 9, 2015 | Effective date for Power of Attorney for BNY Mellon, National Association SA/NV |
| May 17, 2016 | Effective date for Power of Attorney for The Bank of New York Mellon SA/NV |
| August 27, 2015 | Effective date for Power of Attorney for The Bank of New York Mellon |
| August 26, 2015 | Effective date for Power of Attorney for The Bank of New York Mellon |
| October 20, 2015 | Effective date for Power of Attorney for The Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company, National Association |
| March 8, 2016 | Effective date for Power of Attorney for The Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company, National Association |
| October 21, 2015 | Effective date for Power of Attorney for BNY Mellon Trust of Delaware |
| October 19, 2015 | Effective date for Power of Attorney for BNY Mellon Trust of Delaware |
| May 24, 2016 | Effective date for Power of Attorney for Pershing LLC |
| October 19, 2016 | Effective date for Power of Attorney for BNY Mellon Capital Markets, LLC |
| January 4, 2016 | Effective date for Power of Attorney for Arx Investimentos Ltda |
| May 5, 2016 | Effective date for Power of Attorney for BNY Mellon Servicos Financeiros Distribuidora de Titulos e Valores Mobiliarios S.A. |
| June 03, 2019 | Effective date for Power of Attorney for BNY Mellon Investment Adviser, Inc |
| February 16, 2016 | Effective date for Power of Attorney for Insight Investment Management (Global) Limited |
| June 15, 2023 | Effective date for Power of Attorney for BNY Mellon Advisors, Inc. |
| April 10, 2020 | Effective date for Power of Attorney for BNY Mellon Investment Management Japan Limited |
| January 10, 2019 | Effective date for Power of Attorney for Mellon Investments Corporation |
| June 03, 2019 | Effective date for Power of Attorney for BNY Mellon Securities Corporation |
| July 17, 2015 | Effective date for Power of Attorney for Newton Investment Management Limited |
| December 7, 2016 | Effective date for Power of Attorney for Insight North America LLC |
| July 15, 2015 | Effective date for Power of Attorney for Walter Scott & Partners Limited |
| February 14, 2018 | Effective date for Power of Attorney for Insight Investment International Limited |
| August 20, 2021 | Effective date for Power of Attorney for Newton Investment Management |
| February 02, 2023 | Effective date for Power of Attorney for Newton Investment Management Japan Ltd |
| May 17, 2016 | Effective date for Power of Attorney for BNY Mellon Trust Company (Cayman) Limited |
| December 04, 2019 | Effective date for Power of Attorney for BNY Mellon ETF Investment Adviser, LLC |
| October 21, 2015 | Effective date for Power of Attorney for B.N.Y. Holdings (Delaware) Corporation |
| May 11, 2016 | Effective date for Power of Attorney for Pershing Group LLC |
| April 19, 2016 | Effective date for Power of Attorney for BNY Mellon Investment Management (APAC) Holdings Limited |
| June 29, 2018 | Effective date for Power of Attorney for Mellon Global Investing Corporation |
| March 29, 2017 | Effective date for Power of Attorney for BNY Mellon IHC, LLC |
| April 29, 2016 | Effective date for Power of Attorney for MBC Investments Corporation |
| October 7, 2015 | Effective date for Power of Attorney for Mellon Overseas Investment Corporation |
| May 12, 2016 | Effective date for Power of Attorney for BNY International Financing Corporation |
| October 21, 2015 | Effective date for Power of Attorney for BNY Mellon Investment Management Europe Holdings Limited |
| October 24, 2015 | Effective date for Power of Attorney for BNY Mellon International Asset Management (Holdings) Limited |
| October 21, 2015 | Effective date for Power of Attorney for BNY Mellon Investment Management (Jersey)Limited |
| May 5, 2016 | Effective date for Power of Attorney for BNY Mellon Participacoes Ltda |
| 05/05/2026 | Date of signature for Bank of New York Mellon Corp |
| 05/05/2026 | Date of signature for BNY Mellon IHC, LLC |
| 05/05/2026 | Date of signature for MBC Investments Corp |
| 05/05/2026 | Date of signature for Newton Investment Management North America, LLC |
Keywords
WisdomTree Bitcoin Fund, Schedule 13G, Bank of New York Mellon, BNY Mellon, Bitcoin ETF, Cryptocurrency, Institutional Ownership, Fiduciary Capacity, SEC Filing
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