Cathie Wood’s Firm Expands Exposure Across Three Flagship ETFs as Stock Doubles in Value
Ark Invest, led by renowned growth investor Cathie Wood, has purchased more than 2.5 million shares of Bullish just one day after the company’s debut on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). The acquisition was distributed across three of Ark’s exchange-traded funds — ARK Innovation ETF (ARKK), ARK Next Generation Internet ETF (ARKW), and ARK Fintech Innovation ETF (ARKF).
The timing is notable, as Bullish stock has surged nearly 100% since listing, sharply outperforming a softening crypto market that has been under pressure in recent weeks.
This move adds to Ark Invest’s recent track record of taking early positions in newly public crypto-related companies. Earlier this year, the firm acquired a significant stake in Circle, the stablecoin issuer behind USDC, and also took smaller holdings in trading platform eToro.
According to market analysts, Ark’s Bullish acquisition could signal long-term confidence in exchange operators despite broader market volatility. “Institutional participation in crypto market infrastructure is growing, and Ark’s move reinforces that narrative,” said a digital asset market strategist based in New York.
Bullish Defies Market Weakness
Bullish’s strong debut comes at a time when major cryptocurrencies have faced downward pressure, with Bitcoin and Ethereum trading lower over the past week. Analysts attribute the stock’s rapid gains to low float availability and strong early demand from institutional buyers.
“The surge is partly a reflection of investor appetite for pure-play crypto exchange exposure in the public markets,” noted a financial markets researcher.
Ark Invest’s allocation across multiple ETFs allows the firm to distribute exposure while aligning with thematic investment strategies targeting blockchain adoption, fintech innovation, and next-generation internet infrastructure.
If Bullish’s momentum continues, the position could outperform traditional crypto-linked equities and strengthen Ark’s reputation for bold, high-conviction bets in emerging technologies.
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