MicroStrategy, once known for its business software, continues its transformation into a “Bitcoin development company” by significantly expanding its Bitcoin holdings.
The company, led by Executive Chairman Michael Saylor, has acquired an additional 18,300 BTC, valued at approximately $1.1 billion, at an average price of $60,408 per Bitcoin.
This latest purchase reinforces MicroStrategy’s position as the largest corporate holder of Bitcoin, with a total of 244,800 BTC, now worth nearly $14 billion.
MicroStrategy’s new BTC purchase
In its latest move, MicroStrategy added 18,300 BTC to its portfolio, marking a bold step in its ongoing commitment to Bitcoin.
The purchase, announced by Michael Saylor via X (formerly Twitter), brings the company’s total Bitcoin holdings to 244,800 BTC.
With this acquisition, the firm solidifies its leadership among publicly traded companies in Bitcoin ownership.
MicroStrategy’s BTC holdings are worth $14 billion
MicroStrategy’s total Bitcoin holdings, acquired at a combined cost basis of $9.45 billion and an average price of $38,585 per BTC, have surged in value as Bitcoin’s market price hovers around $58,000.
This puts the company’s current Bitcoin portfolio at roughly $14 billion.
The firm has demonstrated unwavering confidence in Bitcoin’s long-term potential since it first started acquiring the cryptocurrency in 2020.
The company has introduced a unique metric called “Bitcoin yield,” reporting a 4.4% increase in the current quarter and 17% year-to-date.
This metric reflects the growth in the ratio of its Bitcoin holdings to its assumed diluted shares.
MicroStrategy’s strategy not only focuses on accumulating Bitcoin but also on optimizing returns from its investments.
MicroStrategy’s transformation from a business software firm to a Bitcoin-focused entity represents a broader shift among institutional investors.
The company’s aggressive Bitcoin strategy has set a new precedent, encouraging other firms to view Bitcoin as a store of value and an investment vehicle.
Data from Bitcoin Treasury highlights that MicroStrategy is the largest Bitcoin holder among all publicly listed companies, solidifying its influence on the cryptocurrency market.
As institutional interest in digital assets continues to grow, MicroStrategy’s bold approach underscores the increasing adoption of Bitcoin as a legitimate asset class among corporations.
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