Metaplanet (3350), a leading Japanese Bitcoin acquirer, is set to join the prestigious Morgan Stanley Capital International (MSCI) Japan index at the end of February 28. This significant inclusion places Metaplanet in a key position on a benchmark that tracks mid-to-large-cap Japanese stocks, widely followed by institutional investors across the globe.
The MSCI Japan index is a critical gauge for institutional investors, as it includes some of Japan’s top companies, making it a primary reference for global investment funds and exchange-traded funds (ETFs). As Metaplanet secures a place in this influential index, the company stands to benefit from increased visibility among investors, which could lead to more passive inflows from funds tracking MSCI indices.
Simon Gerovich, CEO of Metaplanet, celebrated the announcement, sharing on X the positive impact of this achievement. “This milestone further solidifies Metaplanet’s position as Asia’s leading Bitcoin Treasury Company and expands our reach in global markets,” Gerovich stated. The inclusion in MSCI Japan underscores the firm’s growth trajectory and its strengthening presence in the digital asset space. Gerovich also highlighted that the recognition offers a significant validation of Metaplanet’s business model and long-term potential.
📢 Metaplanet Joins the MSCI Japan Index!
— Simon Gerovich (@gerovich) February 13, 2025
We’re excited to share that Metaplanet will be included in the MSCI Japan Index as of the close on February 28, 2025.
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In addition to this exciting development, Metaplanet has successfully raised $26 million (4 billion yen) through an issuance of unsecured, unguaranteed ordinary bonds. This capital raise will be used to further acquire additional Bitcoin, reflecting the firm’s ongoing commitment to expanding its holdings and enhancing its position in the cryptocurrency market.
The combination of MSCI index inclusion and the capital raise positions Metaplanet for future growth and establishes it as a key player in both the Bitcoin acquisition and the broader Japanese financial landscape.
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