Yield Generating ETPs

Definition ∞ Yield generating ETPs are exchange-traded products designed to provide investors with returns beyond simple price appreciation, often from underlying digital asset activities. These products derive their yield from various strategies within the digital asset ecosystem, such as staking, lending, or providing liquidity in decentralized finance protocols. They offer a structured and regulated way for investors to access the income-generating potential of cryptocurrencies. The ETP issuer manages the complex on-chain operations to generate and distribute these returns.
Context ∞ The emergence of yield generating ETPs marks a new phase in the institutionalization of digital assets, offering diversified investment strategies. News reports often highlight the innovative mechanisms these products employ and their appeal to investors seeking passive income from crypto. Regulators are closely scrutinizing these offerings to ensure transparency, manage associated risks, and protect investors.