iShares Staked Ethereum Trust ETF 8-K

What Happened

• iShares Delaware Trust Sponsor LLC announced that iShares Staked Ethereum Trust ETF will make its first cash distribution of $351,669.96 to shareholders of record on June 8, 2026. The distribution will be paid on June 9, 2026, and shares are expected to trade ex-dividend on June 8, 2026.
• The Distribution represents net cash proceeds from staking activity for the period from May 4, 2026 (when the Trust’s ether began actively staking) through May 29, 2026, after deduction of the Staking Fee.

Key Details

• Distribution amount: $351,669.96 (first cash distribution).
• Record date: June 8, 2026; Payment date: June 9, 2026; Ex-dividend date: June 8, 2026.
• Staking period covered: May 4, 2026 through May 29, 2026; amount is net of the Sponsor’s Staking Fee.
• Ongoing distributions: The Trust intends to distribute staking proceeds monthly (but no less frequently than quarterly), subject to Sponsor approval and other operational, legal or liquidity considerations. No assurance distributions will continue at a set amount or schedule.

Why It Matters

• This is the Trust’s first cash payout of staking rewards to shareholders, showing that staking operations have generated distributable cash. Investors who hold shares through the record date will receive the payment.
• Future distributions depend on staking receipts, fees, Sponsor decisions, and regulatory/operational constraints; therefore amounts and timing may vary. Shareholders should consult their tax advisors about tax consequences and can find distribution schedule details on the iShares product page.