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MicroStrategy makes a bold move with its $5.4 billion bitcoin purchase

MicroStrategy increased their Bitcoin holdings by purchasing 55,000 BTC for $5.4 billion. This move brings the company’s total holdings to 386,700 BTC, demonstrating its dedication to a Bitcoin-centric strategy and belief in the cryptocurrency’s future value.

MicroStrategy, a major business analytics organization, has taken another big step in its Bitcoin acquisition strategy, buying 55,000 BTC for $5.4 billion over six days. This recent investment, at an average price of $97,862 per Bitcoin, demonstrates the company’s strong belief in the cryptocurrency’s long-term potential, particularly as it approaches the $100,000 milestone.

With this buy, MicroStrategy’s total Bitcoin holdings now stand at 386,700 BTC, representing a $21.9 billion investment. The average cost per Bitcoin across these purchases is $56,761. The magnitude of this commitment indicates the company’s optimistic view and expectation that Bitcoin will continue to appreciate in value over time.

A combination of equity and loan issuance financed the purchase. MicroStrategy obtained $2.97 billion in a private offering of convertible senior notes and another $2.46 billion through its at-the-market (ATM) equity program. These finance initiatives not only supported the most recent acquisition but also left the corporation with $12.8 billion in available capacity for future ATM investments.

Since implementing a Bitcoin-focused financial strategy in 2020, MicroStrategy has consistently raised its holdings, establishing itself as a market leader among institutional cryptocurrency investors. This strategy has helped boost the company’s market valuation, briefly placing it among the top 100 publicly traded U.S. corporations.

In its continued attempt to maximize shareholder value, MicroStrategy established a statistic known as “Bitcoin Yield” to evaluate the impact of its bitcoin assets. As of November 24, this statistic has increased to 59.3%, up from 35.2% in the previous quarter. This improvement indicates the company’s success in using Bitcoin acquisitions to increase investor returns.

MicroStrategy’s daring approach demonstrates institutional investors’ rising trust in Bitcoin as a long-term investment. The company continues to pioneer the integration of digital assets into corporate strategy, demonstrating how organizations can use cryptocurrencies to promote development and innovation.

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Satpal S
Satpal is an Editor and Author at 4C Media Co, specializing in all stories and news related to crypto and finance.
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