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    Japanese Firm Metaplanet Plans $1.2B Share Sale to Buy More Bitcoin

    Story Highlights
    • Metaplanet plans raising $1.2 billion, with $837 million directed towards Bitcoin purchases.

    • Metaplanet aims 210,000 BTC by 2027, already holding 18,991 Bitcoin worth $2.11 billion.

    • Stock jumps 5.7% after announcement, as FTSE Russell upgrades company to mid-cap status.

    Japanese investment firm Metaplanet is doubling down on its Bitcoin-first strategy, announcing its bold plans to raise $1.2 billion through an international share sale.ย Out of this, a significant $835 million will be used to purchase more Bitcoin to strengthen its position in the digital asset space.

    This move signals Metaplanetโ€™s growing confidence in Bitcoin and its strategy to strengthen its position in the digital asset space.

    Metaplanet Plan To Raise $1.2 Billion

    In a recent tweet, Metaplanet announced that it will issue up to 555 million new shares, which could increase its total stock count from 722 million to approximately $1.27 billion. The pricing for these shares will be finalized between September 9 and 11, with payments made shortly thereafter.

    This move builds on Metaplanetโ€™s reputation as one of the most aggressive Bitcoin investors in Asia. 

    However, the majority of the funds, about ยฅ123.818 billion ($837 million) will be used to purchase more Bitcoin between September and October 2025. The remaining ยฅ6.516 billion ($44 million) is set aside for Bitcoin-related financial operations, giving the company flexibility to manage its growing crypto portfolio.

    Beyond Buying Bitcoin

    Not all of the raised funds will go directly into Bitcoin. Roughly $440 million will support the companyโ€™s โ€œBitcoin Income Business,โ€ which earns money by selling covered call options on its BTC holdings.

    Why Bitcoin?

    Metaplanetโ€™s leadership has been clear about its motivation. With Japanโ€™s yen weakening and inflationary pressures growing, the company sees Bitcoin as a hedge and a long-term store of value. 

    The firm also believes the strategy will enhance shareholder value over time, aligning with its ambitious โ€œ21 Million Planโ€ and โ€œ555 Million Plan,โ€ which aim to secure over 210,000 BTC by 2027.

    As of August 25, 2025, it already holds nearly 18,991 Bitcoins, valued at ยฅ314.6 billion (approximately $2.11 billion). This makes it one of the largest corporate Bitcoin holders in Japan,

    Metaplanet Stock Sees 5.7% Jump

    Following the announcement, Metaplanetโ€™s stock reacted positively. Shares jumped 5.7%, closing at ยฅ890 soon after news of the fundraising.

    And the fundraising comes at a strong moment for Metaplanet. The company has just been upgraded from small-cap to mid-cap in FTSE Russellโ€™s September 2025 review, securing a spot in the FTSE Japan Index.

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