Metaplanet Acquires Large Amount of Bitcoin, Now Owns 17,595 Bitcoins after $53.7M Purchase
Metaplanet, a leading Japanese company, has announced an ambitious plan to become the world's largest corporate Bitcoin holder by the end of 2027. The company aims to accumulate 210,000 BTC, which is approximately 1% of the total Bitcoin supply, through aggressive acquisitions funded by a $3.7 billion capital raise via perpetual preferred shares [1][2][3].
The company's strategy involves consistent purchases, even during market dips, treating price pullbacks as accumulation opportunities. Metaplanet's latest acquisition added 463 BTC to its portfolio at an average price of around $115,895 per BTC, bringing its total holdings to over 17,595 BTC [1][2][4]. This expansion has catapulted Metaplanet to the seventh spot among public companies with the largest Bitcoin reserves.
The capital-raising model mirrors MicroStrategy's approach to Bitcoin acquisition. Metaplanet plans to issue JPY555 billion in perpetual preferred shares, a move that provides long-term funding without diluting common shareholders [1][2][3]. This strategy allows the company to finance its Bitcoin purchases without increasing traditional debt.
Since launching its Bitcoin strategy in April 2024, Metaplanet has reported a year-to-date BTC yield of 459.2% [4]. The company's average purchase price across all holdings now stands at $101,422 per coin.
Metaplanet's long-term vision extends beyond accumulating Bitcoin. The company plans to leverage its Bitcoin reserves for acquiring cash-generating businesses, possibly including a digital bank in Japan [4]. This strategy integrates Bitcoin holdings with broader corporate expansion plans.
As regulatory clarity increases and institutional demand for Bitcoin grows, Metaplanet will continue its Bitcoin acquisition at a rapid pace. The company's total Bitcoin assets now stand at over $2 billion, a testament to its commitment to digital assets [4]. Metaplanet's strategic focus on digital assets is reflected in its ranking among leading Bitcoin treasury holders.
[1] Metaplanet Announces Bitcoin Acquisition and Capital Raise Plans [2] Metaplanet Aims to Become Largest Corporate Bitcoin Holder [3] Metaplanet's Bitcoin Strategy: A Deep Dive [4] Metaplanet's Q2 2025 Earnings Report: Bitcoin Yield and Strategic Plans
Metaplanet is utilizing technology to finance its aggressive Bitcoin acquisitions, aiming to expand its digital asset holdings beyond 210,000 coins. The company's crypto investments represent a significant portion of its overall financial strategy, with a current portfolio value of over $2 billion.
