MicroStrategy and Metaplanet Reap Billions From Corporate Bitcoin Holdings

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By Jason Walker

The significant appreciation in Bitcoin’s value during 2025 has generated substantial paper profits for corporations that adopted BTC accumulation strategies early on. Two prominent examples, MicroStrategy and Metaplanet, are witnessing considerable success from their substantial cryptocurrency holdings.

MicroStrategy’s Bitcoin Windfall

MicroStrategy, known for its pioneering corporate Bitcoin strategy, has reported impressive results. The company’s unrealized gains from its BTC assets surpassed $5.1 billion within the year. This milestone was highlighted by Executive Chairman Michael Saylor on the social media platform X, underscoring the impact of the firm’s assertive approach to acquiring Bitcoin. Continuing its accumulation, MicroStrategy recently added 6,556 BTC, bringing its total reserves to over 538,000 BTC.

Metaplanet Follows Suit

Similarly, Tokyo-based Metaplanet has experienced a highly successful year driven by its Bitcoin investments. CEO Dylan LeClair revealed that the company’s BTC holdings generated approximately $191 million in profit year-to-date. A significant portion of this growth is attributed to large acquisitions made during the first quarter. Metaplanet also expanded its reserves, acquiring another 145 tokens to push its total holdings beyond the 5,000 BTC threshold.

Funding and Future Considerations

Both corporations have largely financed their Bitcoin acquisition strategies through the issuance of new shares and bonds. While these investments currently show substantial unrealized profits, especially with Bitcoin’s price moving above $95,000, realizing these gains would subject the companies to considerable tax obligations. This surge underscores the potential rewards for corporate treasuries diversifying into digital assets.

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