What is swETH/WETH Convex Deposit?
This vault optimizes yields for the Curve swETH/WETH pool through Convex Finance. swETH is Swell Network's liquid staking token, offering a permissionless, non-custodial approach to ETH staking with unique features like white-label node operator integration.
Understanding swETH and Swell Network
Swell's differentiated approach:
- Permissionless Operators: Diverse node operator set
- rswETH Option: Restaked version for EigenLayer exposure
- White-Label Solutions: Enterprise staking partnerships
- Pearl Rewards: Swell's incentive and governance program
swETH offers flexibility for both retail and institutional stakers.
How swETH Works
Swell's staking mechanism:
- Deposit ETH to receive swETH
- Non-custodial, trustless staking
- Value accrues through exchange rate appreciation
- Permissionless validator set
How This Vault Works
- Provide swETH and/or WETH to Curve pool
- Stake LP tokens in Convex vault
- Convex applies veCRV boost
- Earn staking yield + CRV + CVX
Fee Structure
Convex standard fees:
- 16% of CRV rewards
- No deposit/withdrawal fees
Swell charges competitive fees on staking rewards.
Swell Pearl Points
swETH holders accumulate:
- Pearl points (SWELL eligibility)
- Governance participation
- Protocol incentives
LP positions may capture some of these benefits.
cvxCRV, vlCVX, and Protocol Economics
Convex's yield infrastructure:
- cvxCRV aggregates veCRV voting power
- cvxCRV stakers earn protocol fees
- vlCVX holders vote on gauge weights
- Sustainable yield for all depositors