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Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy) has further solidified its position as a leading corporate Bitcoin (BTC) holder, announcing the acquisition of 6,556 Bitcoin units between April 14th and April 20th, 2025. According to an official statement, the purchase amounted to approximately $555.80 million, with an average cost of $84,785 per Bitcoin. This latest investment brings Strategy’s total Bitcoin holdings to an impressive 538,200 coins, acquired at an average price of $67,766, representing a total investment of $36.47 billion to date.
This acquisition marks the second consecutive week of Bitcoin accumulation for the company, following an earlier investment of $285 million for 3,459 Bitcoins this month. Executive Chairman Michael Saylor has consistently emphasized the company’s long-term capital strategy centered on Bitcoin as its primary asset. The recent announcement also highlighted a year-to-date Bitcoin yield of 12.1% as a key performance indicator.
$MSTR has acquired 6,556 BTC for ~$555.8 million at ~$84,785 per bitcoin and has achieved BTC Yield of 12.1% YTD 2025. As of 4/20/2025, @Strategy holds 538,200 $BTC acquired for ~$36.47 billion at ~$67,766 per bitcoin. https://t.co/YxUq6mHzca
— Michael Saylor (@saylor) April 21, 2025
MSTR Stock Reacts Positively to Bitcoin Investment
The market has responded favorably to Strategy’s continued Bitcoin accumulation. In pre-market trading on Monday, MSTR shares saw a significant increase of nearly 3%, rising from $317 to $325. This price movement mirrors the pattern observed in early April when Bitcoin experienced a surge, briefly surpassing $87,500.
Market professionals have noted a strong correlation between the performance of MSTR stock and Bitcoin’s price fluctuations, largely due to the company’s substantial Bitcoin holdings. Technical analyst Kevin Capital suggests that if Bitcoin can break through the $89,000 resistance level, it could signal an emerging uptrend, potentially further boosting MSTR’s stock performance. Strategy has also indicated plans to raise over $20 billion through stock issuance to fund further Bitcoin purchases, underscoring its commitment to digital assets as its core investment strategy, irrespective of short-term price volatility.
Also Read: Strategy Buys $555M in Bitcoin as MSTR Stock Jumps 3%
Institutional Interest in Bitcoin Continues to Rise
Strategy’s unwavering commitment to Bitcoin acquisition aligns with a growing trend of institutional adoption within the cryptocurrency market. Japanese investment firm Metaplanet recently completed the purchase of 330 Bitcoins worth $28.2 million, increasing its total holdings to 4,855 BTC. Similarly, Japanese fashion retailer ANAP has entered the Bitcoin space with a $70 million investment.
Despite the inherent volatility of the Bitcoin (BTC) market, Strategy maintains its position as the publicly traded company with the largest Bitcoin holdings, outpacing competitors like Marathon Digital Holdings. This increasing institutional interest is expected to encourage more companies to consider similar investment strategies in the crypto market. Market observers will be closely watching Strategy’s future strategic moves to gauge their impact on overall cryptocurrency market sentiment.
Disclaimer: The information in this article is for general purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. The author’s views are personal and may not reflect the views of Chain Affairs. Before making any investment decisions, you should always conduct your own research. Chain Affairs is not responsible for any financial losses.
I’m a crypto enthusiast with a background in finance. I’m fascinated by the potential of crypto to disrupt traditional financial systems. I’m always on the lookout for new and innovative projects in the space. I believe that crypto has the potential to create a more equitable and inclusive financial system.
