MicroStrategy, a Virginia-based company known for its strong belief in Bitcoin, plans to sell up to $2 billion in shares. This move aims to further invest in Bitcoin and address other corporate needs, as disclosed in a recent regulatory filing with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).
Strategic Bitcoin Purchase Plan
MicroStrategy Eyes Massive Bitcoin Buy
MicroStrategy, under the leadership of Michael Saylor, intends to use proceeds from the sale of its class A shares to increase its cryptocurrency holdings. However, the timeline for the share sales and the exact portion allocated for Bitcoin purchases remain unspecified.
Recent Financial Performance
In conjunction with this announcement, MicroStrategy released its second-quarter financial results. The company reported a quarterly loss due to an impairment charge on its Bitcoin holdings, which are valued at approximately $13.77 billion.
Expanding Bitcoin Holdings
Significant Bitcoin Acquisition in Q2 2024
During the second quarter of 2024, MicroStrategy acquired 12,222 Bitcoin, spending over $805 million at an average price of $65,880 per coin. This purchase increased the company’s total Bitcoin holdings to 226,500 BTC, reinforcing its position as the public company with the largest Bitcoin reserve.
Company Perspective
Positive Outlook Despite Quarterly Loss
Despite the quarterly loss, MicroStrategy’s president, Phong Le, described the Bitcoin strategy as “successful,” noting a significant surge in the market value of the company’s holdings.
“After yet another successful quarter for our Bitcoin strategy, MicroStrategy today holds 226,500 Bitcoins reflecting a current market value 70% higher than our cost basis,” Le stated.
