Japan’s Metaplanet expands crypto holdings with 145 more BTC

Japan’s Metaplanet added another 145 BTC to its treasury with a new 1.9 billion yen purchase as Bitcoin settled over $93k after Trump softened tariffs aimed at China. On April 24, Metaplanet CEO Simon Gerovich announced the acquisition of 145 BTC for approximately ¥1.9 billion (roughly $13.6 million), at an average price of approximately $$93,327 per coin. Metaplanet also reported a year-to-date BTC Yield of 121.1% for the company. Companies holding Bitcoin use the BTC Yield metric to track how their holdings grow relative to their share base. Earlier on April 14, the Tokyo-headquartered firm purchased 319 BTC for around $26.5 million and scooped up another 330 BTC on April 21 for roughly $28.2 million, continuing its steady accumulation despite market volatility experienced earlier. These purchases brought Metaplanet’s total April acquisitions to 1,650 BTC across five transactions, amounting to approximately $148.6 million. According to data from Bitcoin treasuries, Metplanet currently holds 5,000 BTC, making it the tenth-largest corporate holder of Bitcoin. Metaplanet will acquire 10,000 BTC by 2025 With the latest purchase, Metaplanet has now crossed the halfway mark towards its ambitious goal of holding 10,000 BTC by the end of 2025, following which it plans to push its stockpile to a whopping 21,000 BTC by 2026. In an April 24 post on X, Metaplanet CEO Simon Gerovich reaffirmed the company’s plan to reach 10,000 BTC by the end of 2025, stating that the firm is “steadily executing on a clear strategy” focused on long-term value creation. Gerovich also addressed shareholder concerns over stock price volatility and stressed that Metaplanet’s mission prioritises sustainable corporate growth over short-term returns. “We’re just getting started,” Gerovich said, noting that he’s fully aligned with shareholders and remains focused on driving long-term value through a Bitcoin-first strategy. He went on to add that Metaplanet had unlocked the equivalent of 2,174 BTC in value through financial strategies beyond direct purchases, reinforcing the firm’s capital efficiency. Following in Strategy’s footsteps Metaplanet is following the playbook of Michael Saylor’s Strategy, the world’s largest corporate holder of Bitcoin, which has also funded its massive BTC purchases through a mix of stock sales and debt offerings . Earlier this month, Metaplanet exercised 8.6 million and 4.2 million shares through its 14th and 17th series of stock acquisition rights, respectively. Metaplanet also raised ¥2 billion (roughly $13.3 million) last month through its 10th Series of Ordinary Bonds. In the meantime, Bitcoin (BTC) rallied back above $93,000 on April 23 after U.S. President Donald Trump eased trade tensions with China, stating that the current 145% tariffs would be reduced “substantially” and that he would take a more amicable approach in discussions with President Xi Jinping. The post Japan’s Metaplanet expands crypto holdings with 145 more BTC appeared first on Invezz

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