Metaplanet, the Tokyo-based investment firm, has once again made headlines with its aggressive Bitcoin [BTC] accumulation strategy. The company’s stock soared 14% following its latest BTC purchase worth $43.9 million, reaffirming its bullish stance on the flagship cryptocurrency.
Metaplanet’s Bitcoin Holdings Grow
The firm’s recent acquisition brings its total Bitcoin holdings to 2,888 BTC, acquired at an average price of $84,240 per coin. This comes amid heightened market volatility triggered by former U.S. President Donald Trump’s newly imposed tariffs. Despite Bitcoin dipping to $83,000, it saw a slight recovery, trading at approximately $89,694 at press time.
Metaplanet has acquired 497 BTC for ~$43.9 million at ~$88,448 per bitcoin and has achieved BTC Yield of 45.1% YTD 2025. As of 3/5/2025, we hold 2888 $BTC acquired for ~$240.2 million at ~$83,172 per bitcoin. pic.twitter.com/0cOlXfaq8w
— Simon Gerovich (@gerovich) March 5, 2025
Stock Price Sees Massive Gains
Metaplanet’s stock on the Tokyo Stock Exchange jumped over 20%, reaching 4,045 Yen ($27.08), according to Google Finance. This rally adds to the firm’s staggering 1,700% stock gain over the past year, solidifying its reputation as one of Japan’s top-performing companies.
Aggressive Bitcoin Accumulation
Continuing its Bitcoin accumulation strategy, Metaplanet recently purchased 156 BTC on March 3, marking its second major acquisition in just a week. The firm has acquired 794.5 BTC in 2025 alone, reporting $66 million in Q1 gains. With a long-term goal of amassing 21,000 BTC by 2026, Metaplanet is strengthening its position as a leader in Japan’s Bitcoin adoption.
This aggressive accumulation has positioned Metaplanet as the 12th-largest corporate Bitcoin holder globally and the biggest in Asia, surpassing Hong Kong’s Boyaa Interactive, as per BiTBO.
CEO Simon Gerovich has hinted at Metaplanet’s potential international listing following discussions with NYSE and Nasdaq officials. He stated on X (formerly Twitter):
Whales have bought over 20,000 #Bitcoin $BTC since it dipped below $88,000 on February 24, signaling strong buy-side interest at these levels! pic.twitter.com/VBKi2JPlyT
— Ali (@ali_charts) March 4, 2025
“We are considering the best way to make Metaplanet shares more accessible to investors around the world.”
Despite Bitcoin’s brief dip to $82,000, whale activity surged, signaling strong institutional confidence. Crypto analyst Ali Martinez highlighted that large investors accumulated over 20,000 BTC since Bitcoin fell below $88,000 on February 24. Additionally, the Sharpe Ratio, a key risk-adjusted return metric, reset to a “Low Risk” zone, suggesting a potential buying opportunity.
Metaplanet’s strategy closely mirrors that of Michael Saylor’s MicroStrategy, leveraging debt and equity sales to fund Bitcoin purchases. The firm’s recent issuance of a 2 billion Yen ($13.6 million) convertible bond highlights its commitment to buying Bitcoin during market dips. This approach has fueled a 1,300% stock surge by mid-February, showcasing strong investor confidence in Metaplanet’s vision.
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As Metaplanet continues to expand its Bitcoin reserves, its strategy positions it as Japan’s counterpart to MicroStrategy, with investors closely watching its next moves in the ever-evolving crypto landscape.
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