MicroStrategy, a major player in the cryptocurrency space, has once again solidified its position as one of the largest public holders of Bitcoin (BTC). On March 18, former MicroStrategy CEO Michael Saylor announced the completion of the company’s latest move to bolster its Bitcoin stash through a convertible notes offering.
The offering, consisting of 0.875% convertible senior notes due 2031, amounted to a staggering $603.75 million, with an additional $78.75 million aggregate principal amount of notes issued pursuant to an option to purchase. This strategic move comes on the heels of MicroStrategy’s recent $800 million convertible note offering on March 8, which saw the company adding 12,000 BTC to its Bitcoin treasury reserve.
In a statement, Saylor highlighted the private nature of the offering, which was exclusively available to qualified institutional buyers in compliance with securities laws in the United States. Minutes after unveiling the fresh offering, Saylor revealed that MicroStrategy had wasted no time in utilizing the proceeds, acquiring an additional 9,245 BTC along with excess cash.
The acquisition, made at an average price of $67,382 per BTC, further cements MicroStrategy’s commitment to Bitcoin. With this latest purchase, the company now holds a total of 214,246 BTC, equivalent to 1.02% of Bitcoin’s total supply yet to be mined. Notably, MicroStrategy’s average purchase price for its entire Bitcoin stash stands at $35,160 per BTC, underscoring the company’s long-term bullish outlook on the digital asset.
As MicroStrategy continues to fortify its position in the cryptocurrency market, industry observers anticipate further strategic moves from the company as it navigates the evolving landscape of digital assets and blockchain technology.
