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    MicroStrategy Buys 55,500 Bitcoins Worth ~$5.4 Billion!

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    • MicroStrategy's stock price leaps 24.7% on Bitcoin gains and a $3B bond sale.

    • CEO Michael Saylor reveals $5.4B in Bitcoin profits in mere 2 weeks.

    • Bitcoinโ€™s press time price stands at $98,124, driving excitement sentiments.

    MicroStrategy has significantly expanded its Bitcoin holdings, acquiring an additional 55,500 BTC for approximately $5.4 billion at an average price of $97,862 per Bitcoin. As of November 24, 2024, the company holds a total of 386,700 BTC, purchased for around $21.9 billion at an average acquisition cost of $56,761 per Bitcoin.

    Analysts at Bernstein predict MicroStrategy will own 4% of Bitcoin’s global supply by 2033, fueled by its $42 billion capital plan for acquisitions, expected to be utilized within 18 months. Raising confidence in its strategy, Bernstein increased its end-of-2025 price target for MicroStrategy stock to $600.

    MSTR Stock Surge

    Microstrategy witnessed an incredible 24.7% rise in its stock (NASDAQ: MSTR) price this week. The uptrend was buoyed by Bitcoinโ€™s rally and the companyโ€™s planned financial moves. Widely known for its aggressive Bitcoin hodling and accumulation strategy, Microstrategy had cited a convertible debt, that offers a 0% interest rate grabbing the marketโ€™s attention.

    Bitcoin Price Today

    Despite Bitcoin’s recent dip, whales continue to accumulate. According to Lookonchain, six new wallets collectively withdrew 1,110 BTC, valued at $107.7 million, from Binance on Sunday, signaling strong buying activity despite market fluctuations.

    Bitcoin hit a new all-time high of $99,588 on Friday, coming within $412 of the $100,000 milestone. Over the weekend, BTC dipped 3.8% to $95,734 on Sunday but rebounded swiftly, closing at $97,900.

    FAQs

    Q1. How much Bitcoin does MicroStrategy currently hold?

    MicroStrategy’s latest update confirms a holding of 334,420 Bitcoins, with more acquisitions anticipated.

    Q2. What was the reason for MicroStrategy’s stock surge?

    The stock soared due to Bitcoinโ€™s price appreciation, a $3 billion bond sale, and optimism around its Bitcoin-focused strategy.

    Q3. What is Bitcoin price today?

    The price of 1 BTC at the time of press is hovering around $97,496.00

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