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    Metaplanet Stock Surges After $53.7M Bitcoin Buy, Now 7th Largest Corporate Holder

    Story Highlights
    • Metaplanet boosts Bitcoin stash with another major purchase this August.

    • Bold accumulation goals are set for the coming years, backed by fresh funding.

    • Stock continues its strong rally as investors back the company’s BTC strategy.

    Japan-based Bitcoin holding firm Metaplanet has made another big move this August. The company bought 463 more BTC for around $53.7 million, continuing its steady Bitcoin accumulation. 

    With this latest purchase, Metaplanet now holds 17,595 BTC, making it one of the top Bitcoin-holding companies in the world.

    Metaplanet Buys 463 More BTC

    In a recent tweet post, Metaplanet confirmed it had bought 463 BTC for around $53.7 million, paying an average price of $115,595 per Bitcoin. With this, the company now owns 17,595 BTC, purchased at an average of $101,422 per coin.

    As of 2025, Metaplanet has earned an impressive 459.2% return on its Bitcoin investment, a performance that’s hard to match in any other market.

    According to data from Bitcointreasuries, Metaplanet has jumped to seventh place among global corporate Bitcoin holders. It now sits just behind companies like MicroStrategy, MARA, and Trump Media.

    Big Plans Backed by Smart Funding

    To fuel its Bitcoin buying spree, Metaplanet raised ¥3.73 billion ($25.7M) in early August through a preferred share offering. The company promises a 6% annual dividend on those shares, showing confidence in its long-term BTC strategy. It also revealed bold targets:

    • 30,000 BTC by the end of 2025
    • 100,000 BTC by 2026
    • 210,000 BTC by 2027

    CEO Simon Gerovich explained the company sees Bitcoin as a protection against Japan’s weakening yen and rising government debt.

    Stock Price Soars Over 1,390% in a Year

    This bold Bitcoin strategy has excited investors. Metaplanet’s stock is up 179% in 2025 and an incredible 1,391% over the past year. In the first quarter of FY2025, it posted record earnings, ¥877 million ($6.05 million) in revenue and ¥593 million ($4.09 million) in operating profit.

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    FAQs

    How much Bitcoin does Metaplanet hold now?

    Metaplanet currently holds 17,595 BTC, making it the 7th-largest corporate Bitcoin holder globally, just behind MicroStrategy and Marathon Digital.

    Why is Metaplanet aggressively buying Bitcoin?

    The firm sees Bitcoin as a hedge against Japan’s weakening yen and rising national debt, aiming for long-term value preservation and high returns.

    What are Metaplanet’s future Bitcoin targets?

    The firm aims to hold 30,000 BTC by 2025, 100,000 BTC by 2026, and 210,000 BTC by 2027, positioning itself as a major institutional holder.

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