Metaplanet, a prominent Japanese public company, is making a strategic move to bolster its financial position by increasing its Bitcoin holdings. In the face of Japan’s ongoing economic challenges—negative interest rates, a weakening yen, and high national debt—Metaplanet is betting big on Bitcoin as a safe-haven asset.
The company raised 4 billion yen (around $26.39 million) through the issuance of ordinary bonds to EVO Fund, a debt solutions provider. With these funds, Metaplanet added 269.43 Bitcoins to its holdings, bringing its total to 2,031.41 BTC, valued at approximately $159 million, based on Bitcoin’s current price of $96,000.
*Metaplanet purchases additional 269.43 $BTC* pic.twitter.com/gIkpqVdALK
— Metaplanet Inc. (@Metaplanet_JP) February 17, 2025
A Clear Long-Term Plan for Bitcoin Investments
Metaplanet’s Bitcoin strategy is focused on long-term growth. The company’s Bitcoin holdings now amount to over $159 million, with an average purchase price of $78,000 per Bitcoin. Looking ahead, Metaplanet plans to significantly increase its holdings over the next few years. The company intends to raise 116.65 billion yen (roughly $746 million) by 2025-2026 to buy more Bitcoin, with a target of owning 10,000 BTC by the end of 2025 and 21,000 BTC by 2026.
To fund these future purchases, Metaplanet is collaborating with EVO Fund, which will raise the necessary funds by issuing 21 million shares under the “21 Million Plan.” This ambitious move underscores Metaplanet’s commitment to Bitcoin as a core part of its financial strategy.
Bitcoin as a Hedge Against Economic Turmoil
Metaplanet’s decision to increase its Bitcoin holdings comes as Japan grapples with a weakening yen, negative interest rates, and inflation concerns. With these factors impacting the country’s economy, Metaplanet views Bitcoin as a critical hedge against currency devaluation and inflation. The company’s leadership believes that by increasing its Bitcoin investments, Metaplanet can protect itself from Japan’s economic volatility and ensure sustainable growth.
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Metaplanet’s move reflects a broader trend of corporations leveraging Bitcoin as a store of value, similar to U.S.-based companies like Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy), which has also accumulated significant Bitcoin holdings. Despite regulatory hurdles, Metaplanet’s bold move positions it as a leader in Japan’s corporate Bitcoin accumulation scene.
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