Bitcoin Strategy Boosts Asset through $584 Million Acquisition
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MicroStrategy's Blockbuster Bitcoin Bet
In an epic move, MicroStrategy, formerly known as Strategy, has beefed up its Bitcoin stash significantly. The latest acquisition of 6,911 BTC, worth $584 million, pushes the company's total Bitcoin reserves to an impressive 506,137 BTC. That's worth a staggering $33.7 billion at the current Bitcoin price.
This strategic move propels Strategy into some exclusive company—it's now one of the largest corporate Bitcoin holders in the world. On social media, they announced the new coins were snapped up at an average price of $84,529 per Bitcoin.
With this massive purchase, Strategy's Bitcoin yield for 2025 stands impressively at 7.7%. That's quite the return!
Data from BitcoinTreasuries.net shows that Strategy's Bitcoin reserves make up more than 2% of the total circulating Bitcoin supply—a significant chunk! This surpasses the combined holdings of major U.S. players like MARA Holdings, Riot Platforms, Tesla, and Coinbase, who together hold less than 1%.
Strategic Stock Sale for Bitcoin Bonanza
Michael Saylor, the company's executive chairman, is a fierce advocate for Bitcoin. In a bold move earlier this month, he announced a $21 billion stock sale to fund more Bitcoin purchases. The "21/21 plan" also includes issuing 8% Series A Perpetual Strike Preferred Stock, which has no expiry date, allowing the company to secure sizable funds without any set repayment obligations.
This flexible financial instrument aligns perfectly with Strategy's long-term belief that Bitcoin is a valuable reserve asset.
Saylor, a vocal Bitcoin advocate, emphasized the digital currency's potential in a speech at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC). He reiterated his view of Bitcoin as a "digital property" crucial for America's success in the digital world.
Saylor argued that Bitcoin serves as a strategic tool for the U.S. to dominate cyberspace and maintain technological leadership. His unwavering faith in Bitcoin demonstrates Strategy's continued confidence in the cryptocurrency's growth potential.
Looking Ahead
As of the date of this article, MicroStrategy's latest Bitcoin purchases have not been made. However, by March 2025, the company had already acquired 522,792 Bitcoins. If the Bitcoin price stays around $69,000 per Bitcoin, the company’s current holding of 506,137 Bitcoin would be worth a whopping $33.7 billion. The value could rise even further if the price goes up!
In late March 2025, MicroStrategy added another 22,048 Bitcoins to its treasure chest, boosting its total to approximately 544,840 Bitcoin, worth around $37.7 billion at the time. As always, the Bitcoin market is volatile, so these numbers might change. But one thing's for sure—MicroStrategy's bet on Bitcoin is paying off big time!
expands its digital property investments by dabbling deeper into Bitcoin, a key technological advancement in the finance sector. By investing billions in Bitcoin, Strategy aims to grow its portfolio and maximize returns, positioning itself as a significant player in the corporate Bitcoin investment scene.
