VanEck turns online slang into strategy with 'Degen Economy' ETF
CNBC • 12/11/2025 • Last cited 12/14/2025
Summary
VanEck is rebranding its gaming ETF (BJK) to the "VanEck Degen Economy ETF," reflecting a strategy that incorporates online slang associated with speculative investing. According to CNBC, this move aims to align the fund with the growing interest in the so-called "degen" culture among retail investors.
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