Quick Summary:
- Metaplanet acquires 555 BTC for $53.4 million at an average price of $96,134
- $25M in zero-coupon bonds issued to fund the latest purchase
- Total BTC holdings reach 5,555, worth $481.5M at cost
- New U.S. subsidiary launched: Metaplanet Treasury Corp. in Florida
- Goal: 10,000 BTC by end of 2025, eventually targeting 21,000 BTC
- “BTC Yield” soared 309.8% in Q4 2024, 95.6% in Q1 2025, now at 21% for Q2
- Now Asia’s largest public Bitcoin holder, 11th globally
Metaplanet’s Bold Bitcoin Bet Continues
Tokyo-listed investment firm Metaplanet has made yet another assertive move into Bitcoin, acquiring 555 BTC for $53.4 million at an average price of $96,134 per coin. This brings the company’s total holdings to 5,555 BTC, representing an acquisition cost of approximately $481.5 million.
To support the purchase, Metaplanet issued $25 million in zero-coupon bonds to EVO FUND — the company’s 13th bond issuance since early 2024. With over $244 million raised via bond and equity financing, the firm is aggressively leveraging capital to fuel its Bitcoin strategy.
CEO Speaks: A Milestone Moment
Celebrating the milestone, CEO Simon Gerovich took to X to share the company’s progress. He emphasized the goal of reaching 10,000 BTC by the end of 2025, noting that Metaplanet has now surpassed the halfway mark.
Performance on the Rise
The firm’s proprietary metric, “BTC Yield,” has been soaring:
- 309.8% growth in Q4 2024
- 95.6% in Q1 2025
- 21% in Q2 (and counting)
With Bitcoin currently trading near $97,000, Metaplanet’s latest buy is already in the green.
Eyes on the U.S. and Global Expansion
Last week, Metaplanet launched Metaplanet Treasury Corp., a Florida-based subsidiary. This new venture is expected to raise up to $250 million to support its U.S. operations and BTC accumulation.
As institutional demand for Bitcoin intensifies, Metaplanet now ranks as the largest public Bitcoin holder in Asia and 11th globally, according to BitcoinTreasuries.net. Meanwhile, U.S.-based giant Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy) remains far ahead with 555,450 BTC.
Final Thoughts
With a clear goal and aggressive strategy, Metaplanet is positioning itself as a key player in the global Bitcoin landscape. While the U.S. government remains cautious, companies like Metaplanet are seizing the opportunity to lead the charge into the digital asset era.