Institutions and Nations Boost BTC Holdings in Tandem

With the crypto market’s Fear & Greed Index returning to neutral levels, the spotlight is once again on Bitcoin (BTC). Japanese investment firm Metaplanet and El Salvador—the first country to adopt Bitcoin as legal tender—have both increased their BTC holdings at this pivotal moment, reaffirming their strong belief in Bitcoin’s long-term value.

Metaplanet’s Proactive Strategy

Metaplanet recently announced an additional purchase of 136 BTC, raising its total holdings to 20,136 BTC, valued at over $2.2 billion at current market prices. Back in June, CEO Simon Gerovich clearly stated the company’s plan to hold 210,000 BTC by 2027. If achieved, Metaplanet would become the second-largest publicly traded Bitcoin holder after MicroStrategy. Currently, Metaplanet is Japan’s largest institutional Bitcoin reserve and ranks sixth globally, demonstrating its determined approach to digital asset allocation.

Stock Price Trends and Capital Acquisition Challenges

Despite a clearly articulated long-term strategy, Metaplanet’s stock price has faced headwinds recently. When the firm first announced its BTC purchase, shares soared 19%, but subsequent purchases have not elicited similar responses. To sustain its acquisition plan, Metaplanet aims to raise $880 million through an international public offering to ensure continued capital operations.

El Salvador’s “Bitcoin Day” Tradition

On Bitcoin Day, El Salvador’s President Nayib Bukele announced the government acquired an additional 21 BTC, lifting the nation’s total to 6,313 BTC. Since Bitcoin became legal tender in September 2021, El Salvador’s official Bitcoin office continues to drive BTC adoption, deepening its integration into national finance and payment infrastructure. Although the International Monetary Fund (IMF) noted in a report that El Salvador should reduce its purchases after signing a loan agreement by the end of 2024, the country continues its strategy of buying on market dips.

Major Institutional Signals

Besides Metaplanet and El Salvador, another major player is demonstrating significant market activity. Michael Saylor, Executive Chairman of MicroStrategy, recently posted a screenshot of his Bitcoin assets on social media with the caption “needs more orange” (a reference to Bitcoin’s signature color), reigniting speculation about further accumulation.

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Summary

As market sentiment shifts from fear to neutral, both listed companies and sovereign states are demonstrating BTC’s value through tangible actions. Metaplanet is steadily expanding through its corporate reserve strategy. El Salvador is integrating Bitcoin into the nation’s financial framework. MicroStrategy remains committed to reinforcing its position as the world’s largest BTC holder. Collectively, these moves indicate that BTC is not only the cornerstone of the crypto market but is also becoming a vital option for global capital allocation.