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Microstrategy Bitcoin Holdings Are Now Worth $10 Billion

Key Points:

MicroStrategy Bitcoin holdings reached $10 billion after a recent surge.
With 190,000 Bitcoins bought at $31,224 each, the company outperforms traditional benchmarks.
MicroStrategy’s stock has soared over 500%, solidifying its position in the cryptocurrency market.

Michael Saylor, who ventured into Bitcoin investments nearly four years ago, has emerged as a leading advocate for the cryptocurrency.

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MicroStrategy Bitcoin Holdings Surge to $10 Billion Under Michael Saylor’s Leadership

According to Bloomberg, his company, MicroStrategy, now boasts Bitcoin holdings valued at a staggering $10 billion following the recent surge in prices. The firm’s investment has yielded unrealized gains of nearly 70%, with Bitcoin soaring to over $52,000 per unit.

MicroStrategy disclosed earlier this month that it owns 190,000 Bitcoins, purchased at an average cost of $31,224 each, amounting to a total investment of $5.93 billion. Saylor’s bold move to MicroStrategy Bitcoin holdings balance sheet has drawn admiration, making MicroStrategy a standout among US public companies.

MicroStrategy’s Stock Skyrockets Over 500% Amid Cryptocurrency Market Dominance

Investors have flocked to MicroStrategy’s stock, viewing it as a more accessible proxy for Bitcoin. The company’s shares have skyrocketed over 500% to around $770, outperforming the S&P 500 by a significant margin since the decision to embrace Bitcoin.

MicroStrategy Bitcoin holdings now surpass the assets in BlackRock‘s ETF, marking a significant milestone in the cryptocurrency’s mainstream adoption. Meanwhile, the Grayscale Bitcoin Trust remains the largest crypto investment vehicle despite recent outflows.

Looking ahead, MicroStrategy stands to gain even more as it plans to adopt a change in accounting by 2025, valuing Bitcoin at market prices. With current prices, this move could result in a windfall of over $6 billion for the company, further solidifying its position as a major player in the cryptocurrency space.

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Harold

With a passion for untangling the complexities of the financial world, I've spent over four years in financial journalism, covering everything from traditional equities to the cutting edge of venture capital. "The financial markets are a fascinating puzzle," I often say, "and I love helping people make sense of them." That's what drives me to bring clear and insightful financial journalism to the readers of Coincu.