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Metaplanet Stock – Metaplanet Becomes 5th Largest Bitcoin Holder
Metaplanet Stock – Japanese investment firm Metaplanet has just added 2,205 BTC to its portfolio, pushing its total Bitcoin holdings to an impressive 15,555 BTC. This move cements Metaplanet as the fifth-largest publicly listed corporate holder of Bitcoin worldwide.
Details of the Latest Acquisition
CEO Simon Gerovich announced the latest purchase on Monday via an X post, revealing that Metaplanet spent $238.7 million on the Bitcoin acquisition, paying an average price of $108,237 per BTC. To date, the company’s entire Bitcoin stash was bought at an average price of $99,307, totaling an investment of around $1.54 billion.
Metaplanet measures the success of its Bitcoin strategy using a unique metric called BTC Yield, which tracks value added per share over time. Impressively, the firm reported a BTC Yield of 416.6% for 2025 so far, underscoring the effectiveness of its accumulation approach.
Ambitious Growth Plans for Bitcoin Holdings
Metaplanet’s aggressive buying spree has included earlier acquisitions such as 1,234 BTC for $133 million on June 26, and 1,111 BTC for $118 million days prior. By mid-June, the company crossed the 10,000 BTC threshold.
With the recent purchase, Metaplanet overtakes notable holders like Cleanspark Inc. and Galaxy Digital. The company aims to reach 30,000 BTC by the end of 2025 and an ambitious 210,000 BTC by 2027, representing approximately 1% of Bitcoin’s total supply.
Other Corporate Moves in the Bitcoin Market
Meanwhile, Europe’s first Bitcoin treasury company, The Blockchain Group, has also increased its holdings, securing 116 BTC for $12.6 million on July 7. The France-based firm now holds 1,904 BTC with a staggering year-to-date BTC Yield of 1,348.8%.
Stock Market Impact and Funding Strategy
Metaplanet’s stock has seen positive momentum, trading at ¥1,568, up 1.49% in the past 24 hours, and an impressive 1,854% increase since last year. The company funds its Bitcoin buys through stock and bond issuances, including a recent $210 million zero-coupon bond and a $190 million ordinary bond issuance.
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Cryptocurrencies and stocks, particularly in micro-cap companies, are subject to significant volatility and risk. Please conduct thorough research before making any investment decisions.
