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Bitcoin Rollercoaster: MicroStrategy Suffers $33.6 Million Quarterly Loss From Write-Down

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by Christian Encila
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MicroStrategy, the business intelligence company co-founded by Michael Saylor, has witnessed a substantial gain of $900 million on its extensive Bitcoin holdings, bolstered by the growing optimism surrounding the potential approval of spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs). 

In a results filing on Nov. 1, the firm revealed that it had added 6,067 Bitcoin (BTC) to its already impressive stack since the third quarter, including an additional 155 in October. These acquisitions highlight MicroStrategy’s unwavering confidence in the leading cryptocurrency.

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Bullish On Bitcoin: MicroStrategy Strategic Portfolio

One of the most remarkable facets of MicroStrategy’s journey is its deep-rooted faith in Bitcoin as a long-term investment and store of value. Currently holding a staggering 158,245 BTC, valued at approximately $5.43 billion,

MicroStrategy’s portfolio showcases a strategy that involves opportunistic purchases during Bitcoin’s price dips, followed by leveraging the cryptocurrency’s surges. The scale of this investment by a prominent institution underscores the growing trust in Bitcoin’s potential, further solidifying its role in the financial landscape.

In October, @MicroStrategy acquired an additional 155 BTC for $5.3 million and now holds 158,400 BTC. Please join us at 5pm ET as we discuss our Q3 2023 financial results and answer questions about the outlook for #BusinessIntelligence and #Bitcoin. $MSTR https://t.co/w7eRUcGobi

— Michael Saylor⚡️ (@saylor) November 1, 2023

MicroStrategy’s recent gains align with a broader trend of institutional adoption and investment in Bitcoin, which has been a significant driver of the cryptocurrency’s increasing mainstream acceptance.

Meanwhile, the firm disclosed a net loss of $143.4 million, a stark contrast to the same period the previous year when it reported a net loss of $27 million. These results raise questions about the company’s ability to translate its Bitcoin holdings into sustained profitability.

Bloomberg’s calculations show that the $33.6 million impairment loss incurred in the quarter contributes to a cumulative write-off surpassing $2.2 billion. This signifies that the company has written off nearly half of its Bitcoin purchases.

Future Investment Plans: More Bitcoin On The Horizon

Bloomberg reported that MicroStrategy’s Chief Financial Officer, Andrew Kang, has indicated the company’s intention to continue its Bitcoin purchasing strategy. This commitment to accumulating more Bitcoin underscores the company’s belief in the cryptocurrency as a strategic asset that could serve as a hedge against traditional financial volatility.

BTCUSD nearing halfway mark to $36K. Chart: TradingView.com
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The growing correlation between MicroStrategy’s stock performance and Bitcoin’s price movements has led to concerns that the company’s valuation might be overly reliant on cryptocurrency price fluctuations.

It remains to be seen how regulatory developments, including the SEC’s stance on Bitcoin ETFs, will impact MicroStrategy’s position in the market.

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