[West Drayton, Middx, November 5, 2024 – crocon media – dgoldsmith] MicroStrategy Incorporated (Nasdaq: MSTR), the world’s largest corporate holder of Bitcoin, has unveiled an ambitious three-year capital-raising initiative designed to deepen its Bitcoin holdings. The “21/21 Plan” aims to generate $42 billion, equally split between equity and fixed income securities, to further solidify its position as a Bitcoin Treasury Company. The announcement arrives alongside mixed Q3 2024 financial results, marked by a robust increase in Bitcoin assets but significant operating losses and declining software revenues.
President and CEO Phong Le emphasized the company’s commitment to shareholders, stating, “Our focus remains on increasing value for shareholders by leveraging digital capital transformation.” By strategically acquiring more Bitcoin, MicroStrategy intends to bolster its treasury reserves and improve its BTC Yield, a proprietary performance metric that gauges Bitcoin acquisition’s shareholder impact. In Q3, the firm raised $2.1 billion through equity and debt, boosting its Bitcoin holdings by 11% to approximately 252,220 BTC, valued at $16 billion.
Q3 2024 Financial Highlights
Despite MicroStrategy’s success in increasing Bitcoin assets, Q3 saw a 301.6% surge in operating expenses, driven largely by digital asset impairment losses amounting to $412.1 million. Total revenues declined by 10.3% year-over-year to $116.1 million, with gross profit also falling to $81.7 million, down from $102.8 million a year earlier. The software segment showed mixed results, with subscription services revenue rising by 32.5% to $27.8 million but other categories, including product licenses, experiencing declines.
Other financial moves included a 10-for-1 stock split completed in August and a newly announced at-the-market equity offering program. This plan, launched in October, allows MicroStrategy to sell shares worth up to $21 billion as part of the 21/21 initiative.
Strategic BTC Moves and Principles
MicroStrategy’s bold strategy underscores its dedication to Bitcoin, led by co-founder and Bitcoin evangelist Michael Saylor. In a recent tweet, Saylor reiterated that MicroStrategy’s priority remains “in an exclusive relationship with $BTC.” His “Nine Bitcoin Principles” provide a roadmap for the company’s future, focusing on continued Bitcoin acquisition, strategic leverage, and global Bitcoin advocacy.
Among the Q3 highlights:
- BTC Yield: MicroStrategy reported a year-to-date BTC Yield of 17.8%, with a revised target of 6-10% annually from 2025 to 2027. This metric reflects the company’s return on its Bitcoin investments relative to shareholder benefits.
- Convertible Notes: In September, MicroStrategy issued $1.01 billion in Convertible Senior Notes, with proceeds used to redeem higher-interest debt.
- Stock Activity: The recent issuance of 8.05 million Class A shares raised $1.1 billion, with nearly $891 million in equity remaining available for sale.
Analysts’ Reactions to MicroStrategy’s Bold Strategy
Market analysts remain generally bullish on MicroStrategy’s future, with a 30-day average price target of $275 and ratings largely focused on the company’s potential to outpace Bitcoin’s market value through calculated leverage and strategic capital moves. Firms such as BTIG, Barclays, and Maxim Group continue to endorse a Buy rating, reflecting confidence in MicroStrategy’s long-term Bitcoin-centric vision.
While the company’s financial path remains complex, its unwavering dedication to Bitcoin acquisition reflects a pioneering approach in digital asset management. With its 21/21 Plan in motion, MicroStrategy aims to fortify its treasury and redefine its role in the corporate adoption of Bitcoin as a treasury asset.
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About MicroStrategy Incorporated
MicroStrategy Incorporated (Nasdaq: MSTR) holds the distinction of being the world’s first and largest Bitcoin Treasury Company. As a publicly traded entity, MicroStrategy has embraced Bitcoin as its primary treasury reserve asset, strategically accumulating Bitcoin through proceeds from equity and debt financings, along with cash flows from its operations. This approach underscores the company’s commitment to promoting Bitcoin as a form of digital capital. MicroStrategy’s treasury strategy is crafted to give investors diverse economic exposure to Bitcoin by offering a variety of securities, including equity and fixed-income instruments.
Beyond its treasury activities, MicroStrategy also provides top-tier AI-powered enterprise analytics software, in line with its mission of “Intelligence Everywhere.” By blending analytics expertise with innovation in Bitcoin applications, MicroStrategy aims to drive growth in the digital asset sector. The company’s focus on operational excellence, strategic Bitcoin reserve management, and technological advancement positions it as a leader in both digital assets and enterprise analytics, presenting a distinct opportunity for long-term value creation.
MicroStrategy, MicroStrategy AI, Intelligence Everywhere, Intelligent Enterprise, and MicroStrategy Library are trademarks or registered trademarks of MicroStrategy Incorporated in the United States and certain other countries. Other product and company names mentioned may be trademarks of their respective owners.
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