Metaplanet, a Tokyo-based investment firm, has successfully raised 9.5 billion Japanese yen (approximately 60.6 million USD) through the issuance of two bonds this week. The firm is set to utilize these funds primarily for accelerated Bitcoin (BTC) acquisitions.
How Will the Funds Be Utilized?
The company announced today that it issued its fifth bond, valued at 5 billion Japanese yen (31.9 million USD), following an earlier bond issuance of 4.5 billion yen (28.7 million USD) reported on Tuesday. Notably, these bonds are interest-free and scheduled to mature on June 16, 2025.
What Does This Mean for Metaplanet’s Stock?
CEO Simon Gerovich stated that the acquired funds would allow the company to advance its Bitcoin purchasing strategy, initially set for 2025, to this year. Despite this strategic move, Metaplanet’s shares closed at 3,610 yen, experiencing a decline of 4.24% on Friday. Nevertheless, the stock has surged by 2,023% since the beginning of the year, contrasting with the 0.2% drop in the Nikkei 225 index. Recently, Metaplanet also began trading on the OTCQX market in the U.S., although its shares fell by 9.96% on the first day of trading.
- Metaplanet raises 9.5 billion yen for Bitcoin.
- Funds will expedite planned purchases originally set for 2025.
- Company shares have increased 2,023% this year.
- Metaplanet still trails behind larger Bitcoin holders like MicroStrategy.
The company has attracted attention for its ambitious Bitcoin investments, yet it remains behind industry leaders such as MicroStrategy, which holds a significant reserve of 439,000 BTC, according to BitcoinTreasuries data.