Key Takeaways
- Metaplanet purchased 2,205 BTC for approximately $239 million, bringing its total holdings to 15,555 BTC.
- The Japanese firm remains the world's fifth-largest publicly listed corporate bitcoin holder, according to recent data.
- Metaplanet reported strong Q2 revenue growth and aims to hold over 210,000 BTC by the end of 2027.
Metaplanet has expanded its bitcoin reserve with the acquisition of 2,205 BTC, valued at roughly $238.7 million.
The purchase was disclosed on Monday, raising the Japanese investment firm’s total bitcoin holdings to 15,555 BTC.
According to CEO Simon Gerovich, the average price per bitcoin in this transaction was around $108,237.
Data from Bitcointreasuries and other sources confirm Metaplanet’s standing as the fifth-largest publicly listed corporate holder of bitcoin.
For real-time figures on Metaplanet’s treasury, see the Metaplanet bitcoin treasury tracker.
Bitcoin strategy
Metaplanet’s bitcoin-centric strategy has driven significant business growth.
The company reported nearly 1.1 billion yen ($7.6 million) in revenue for the second quarter, marking a 42.4% increase year-over-year.
CEO Simon Gerovich emphasized the firm’s commitment to its bitcoin standard, stating last week:
“This accelerating growth affirms the strength of our strategy — building a sustainable, scalable, and operationally efficient business on a bitcoin standard.”
Looking ahead, Metaplanet set a target last month to exceed 210,000 BTC in holdings by the end of 2027. Meanwhile, its stock price dipped 1.8% in Monday trading but remains up 339% year-to-date, reflecting strong investor interest in its bitcoin-focused approach.
