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Why investors should consider BITA
01.
Growth with Income Potential
BITA seeks to capture the majority of bitcoin’s upside combined with monthly income
02.
Built for Efficiency
BITA’s differentiated structure holds bitcoin (and IBIT) directly for tax-efficient growth1 while selling options on IBIT that benefit from lower 60/40 taxation2 as section 1256 contracts3
03.
BlackRock Platform
BITA builds on IBIT, the world’s largest and most liquid bitcoin ETP,4 bringing together BlackRock’s bitcoin and derivatives expertise in a convenient wrapper
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The Funds are distributed by BlackRock Investments, LLC (together with its affiliates, “BlackRock”).
©2024 BlackRock, Inc or its affiliates. All Rights Reserved. BLACKROCK, iSHARES, iBONDS, LIFEPATH, ALADDIN and the iShares Core Graphic are trademarks of BlackRock, Inc. or its affiliates. All other trademarks are those of their respective owners.
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iShares ETFs are available to purchase through a brokerage account or with a financial advisor.
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iShares funds are available through online brokerage firms. All iShares ETFs and ETPs trade commission free online through Fidelity.
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Buy now on Fidelity Contact your advisor
Contact a financial professional to discuss how iShares ETFs and ETPs can fit in your investment portfolio.
Email your advisor Carefully consider the Funds' investment objectives, risk factors, and charges and expenses before investing. This and other information can be found in the Funds' prospectuses or, if available, the summary prospectuses, which may be obtained by visiting the iShares ETF and BlackRock Fund prospectus pages. Read the prospectus carefully before investing. Investing involves risk, including possible loss of principal.
Any links to third-party websites are provided for use at your own discretion. Each third party is solely responsible for the content presented and availability of its website. BlackRock does not control, monitor or maintain third-party websites, their content or the products/services they offer. Content may change without notice. When you leave BlackRock’s website and enter a third-party website, you will be subject to that site’s terms, policies and/or notices, including those related to privacy and security, as applicable. Please review those policies and notices on the third-party website.
Before engaging Fidelity or any broker-dealer, you should evaluate the overall fees and charges of the firm as well as the services provided. Free commission offer applies to online purchases of select iShares ETFs in a Fidelity account. The sale of ETFs is subject to an activity assessment fee (from $0.01 to $0.03 per $1,000 of principal). For iShares ETFs, Fidelity receives compensation from the ETF sponsor and/or its affiliates in connection with an exclusive long-term marketing program that includes promotion of iShares ETFs and inclusion of iShares funds in certain Fidelity Brokerage Services platforms and investment programs. Please note, this security will not be marginable for 30 days from the settlement date, at which time it will automatically become eligible for margin collateral. Additional information about the sources, amounts, and terms of compensation can be found in the ETF’s prospectus and related documents. Fidelity may add or waive commissions on ETFs without prior notice.
The Funds are distributed by BlackRock Investments, LLC (together with its affiliates, “BlackRock”).
©2024 BlackRock, Inc or its affiliates. All Rights Reserved. BLACKROCK, iSHARES, iBONDS, LIFEPATH, ALADDIN and the iShares Core Graphic are trademarks of BlackRock, Inc. or its affiliates. All other trademarks are those of their respective owners.
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iShares ETFs are available to purchase through a brokerage account or with a financial advisor.
Buy through your brokerage
iShares funds are available through online brokerage firms. All iShares ETFs and ETPs trade commission free online through Fidelity.
By clicking on the button below, you will leave BlackRock’s website.
Buy now on Fidelity Contact your advisor
Contact a financial professional to discuss how iShares ETFs and ETPs can fit in your investment portfolio.
Email your advisor Carefully consider the Funds' investment objectives, risk factors, and charges and expenses before investing. This and other information can be found in the Funds' prospectuses or, if available, the summary prospectuses, which may be obtained by visiting the iShares ETF and BlackRock Fund prospectus pages. Read the prospectus carefully before investing. Investing involves risk, including possible loss of principal.
Any links to third-party websites are provided for use at your own discretion. Each third party is solely responsible for the content presented and availability of its website. BlackRock does not control, monitor or maintain third-party websites, their content or the products/services they offer. Content may change without notice. When you leave BlackRock’s website and enter a third-party website, you will be subject to that site’s terms, policies and/or notices, including those related to privacy and security, as applicable. Please review those policies and notices on the third-party website.
Before engaging Fidelity or any broker-dealer, you should evaluate the overall fees and charges of the firm as well as the services provided. Free commission offer applies to online purchases of select iShares ETFs in a Fidelity account. The sale of ETFs is subject to an activity assessment fee (from $0.01 to $0.03 per $1,000 of principal). For iShares ETFs, Fidelity receives compensation from the ETF sponsor and/or its affiliates in connection with an exclusive long-term marketing program that includes promotion of iShares ETFs and inclusion of iShares funds in certain Fidelity Brokerage Services platforms and investment programs. Please note, this security will not be marginable for 30 days from the settlement date, at which time it will automatically become eligible for margin collateral. Additional information about the sources, amounts, and terms of compensation can be found in the ETF’s prospectus and related documents. Fidelity may add or waive commissions on ETFs without prior notice.
The Funds are distributed by BlackRock Investments, LLC (together with its affiliates, “BlackRock”).
©2024 BlackRock, Inc or its affiliates. All Rights Reserved. BLACKROCK, iSHARES, iBONDS, LIFEPATH, ALADDIN and the iShares Core Graphic are trademarks of BlackRock, Inc. or its affiliates. All other trademarks are those of their respective owners.
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Frequently asked questions
BITA is an exchange‑traded product (ETP) designed to give investors exposure to bitcoin while seeking monthly income. It does this by combining bitcoin exposure with an income‑generating strategy managed by professionals.
Bitcoin doesn’t naturally pay income on its own. BITA seeks to generate income by using a strategy that collects payments (called option premiums) from market activity tied to bitcoin prices.
BITA earns income by selling options linked to bitcoin exposure. The payments from those options are collected by the fund and distributed to investors monthly, though the amount can change from month to month.
Some investment strategies seek to generate income through options. Option prices are influenced by several factors, including market volatility.
In general, periods of higher volatility may increase option premiums, which can increase the income potential of an options-based strategy.
This is sometimes described as a volatility-driven income approach, where the strategy seeks to monetize market volatility through options-related exposure.
However, higher volatility can also increase market uncertainty and the potential for larger price swings. Income generated through options strategies is not guaranteed and may vary depending on market conditions, volatility levels, and the strategy’s implementation.
Investors should carefully consider the objectives, risks, charges, and expenses of any fund before investing.
A covered call strategy earns income by agreeing to sell an asset at a set price in the future. In exchange, the fund receives upfront payments, which are used to generate income for investors.
If your goal is to capture all of bitcoin’s price increases, owning bitcoin directly, or getting exposure through a bitcoin ETP, may make more sense. BITA is designed for a different goal: seeking monthly income, with the trade‑off that gains may be limited when bitcoin rises quickly.
Investors may want to consider BITA for a smaller allocation focused on income, rather than as a core bitcoin holding. It may appeal to those who want bitcoin exposure with regular cash flow potential.
No. Income is not guaranteed and can vary based on market conditions and option premiums. Some months may pay more, others less.
BITA’s distributions may have complex tax treatment, and the fund is expected to issue a Schedule K‑1, which is different from most ETFs. Investors should review the tax information carefully and consider consulting a tax professional.
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iShares ETFs are available to purchase through a brokerage account or with a financial advisor.
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Contact a financial professional to discuss how iShares ETFs can fit in your investment portfolio.
Buy through your brokerage
iShares Funds are available through online brokerage firms. All iShares ETFs trade commission free online through Fidelity.
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Carefully consider the Funds' investment objectives, risk factors, and charges and
expenses before investing. This and other information can be found in the Funds' prospectuses or, if
available, the summary prospectuses, which may be obtained by visiting the iShares ETF and BlackRock
Fund prospectus pages. Read the prospectus carefully before investing. Investing involves risk,
including possible loss of principal.
Before engaging Fidelity or any broker-dealer, you should evaluate the overall fees and charges of the
firm as well as the services provided. Free commission offer applies to online purchases of select
iShares ETFs in a Fidelity account. The sale of ETFs is subject to an activity assessment fee (from
$0.01 to $0.03 per $1,000 of principal). For iShares ETFs, Fidelity receives compensation from the ETF
sponsor and/or its affiliates in connection with an exclusive long-term marketing program that includes
promotion of iShares ETFs and inclusion of iShares funds in certain Fidelity Brokerage Services
platforms and investment programs. Please note, this security will not be marginable for 30 days from
the settlement date, at which time it will automatically become eligible for margin collateral.
Additional information about the sources, amounts, and terms of compensation can be found in the ETF’s
prospectus and related documents. Fidelity may add or waive commissions on ETFs without prior notice.
The Funds are distributed by BlackRock Investments, LLC (together with its affiliates, “BlackRock”).
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