MicroStrategy Inc. (NASDAQ: MSTR), a major backer of Bitcoin (BTC) as a hedge against inflation and market risks, continues to draw attention from global investors. With a massive Bitcoin reserve of over 252,220 BTC—now worth more than $17 billion as Bitcoin trades above $68,000—MicroStrategy remains a significant player in the cryptocurrency world.
Could this gamble backfire or is it set for success?
MicroStrategy’s Bitcoin strategy has inspired numerous companies, both private and public, to consider similar approaches. This influence is reflected in MSTR’s stock performance, which has jumped more than 270% this year, with shares trading around $242 and the company valued at approximately $43.3 billion.
One notable example is Japan’s Metaplanet Inc. (Tokyo: 3360), which recently ramped up its Bitcoin holdings to surpass 1,000 BTC.
Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT) may soon join the Bitcoin investment wave. Later this year, Microsoft shareholders, including major players like BlackRock, are expected to vote on whether the $3 trillion tech giant should also invest in Bitcoin.
As excitement builds around MSTR stock, analysts advise caution. Mads Eberhardt, an analyst at Steno Research, recently noted that the impact of MicroStrategy’s 10-for-1 stock split in August is gradually fading. Currently, MSTR’s stock premium relative to its Bitcoin holdings is approaching 300%, leading Eberhardt to predict a possible correction in the short term.
In comparison, during the 2021 crypto bull market, MicroStrategy’s premium hovered below 200%, suggesting that today’s valuation is high by historical standards.
For MicroStrategy to sustain its high stock premium, Eberhardt suggests the company may need to keep expanding its Bitcoin holdings aggressively. Additionally, outperforming Bitcoin’s underlying price growth could help maintain investor confidence. With strong institutional demand for Bitcoin on the rise, many anticipate that the cryptocurrency may soon enter a new price discovery phase, potentially driving further industry growth.
What’s your take on MicroStrategy’s high-stakes Bitcoin play?
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