Metaplanet, often dubbed “Japan’s MicroStrategy,” has once again capitalized on Bitcoin’s recent price dip, acquiring 162 BTC for $13.5 million. This latest investment, announced on Wednesday, sent the company’s stock price soaring by 8%, pushing it past 3,500 JPY during the trading session.
Strategic Bitcoin Accumulation Amid Market Volatility
With Bitcoin experiencing increased selling pressure ahead of the U.S. Consumer Price Index (CPI) data release and economic uncertainties driven by the Trump tariff war, Metaplanet has seized the opportunity to bolster its BTC reserves. The company’s aggressive accumulation strategy has delivered strong returns, boasting a year-to-date (YTD) BTC yield of 53.2% in 2025.
As of March 12, Metaplanet holds 3,050 BTC, acquired at a cumulative cost of approximately $253.7 million. Notably, nearly 50% of these holdings were purchased in 2025 alone, underscoring the firm’s bullish stance on Bitcoin as a long-term asset.
Zero-Interest Bond Issuance to Fund BTC Purchases
In a bold financial move, Metaplanet’s Board of Directors has approved the issuance of its 8th Series of Ordinary Bonds to EVO FUND. This zero-interest bond issuance, worth 2 billion JPY (around $18.2 million), is explicitly intended to fund further Bitcoin purchases. The decision follows MicroStrategy’s recent announcement of raising $21 billion for BTC acquisitions, highlighting a growing trend among institutional investors leveraging debt to expand their Bitcoin portfolios.
Following this strategic announcement, Metaplanet’s stock surged by 7.93%, climbing to 3,605 JPY. The stock has been trading within a range of 3,300 to 4,000 JPY, reflecting market confidence despite ongoing crypto volatility.
Bitcoin Whales Continue Accumulation
Despite short-term price fluctuations, Bitcoin whales and long-term holders remain unfazed. According to CryptoQuant, over 65,000 BTC has been accumulated by major holders in the past 30 days. While this surge in accumulation may not immediately impact Bitcoin’s short-term price, it signals strong institutional confidence in BTC’s long-term value.
Bitcoin currently holds above the critical $80,000 support level, though analysts caution that a temporary dip below $70,000 remains possible before resuming its upward trajectory.
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