Bitcoin News Today: Bitcoin Billion-Dollar Gamble: MSTR’s Market Survival in Question

MicroStrategy’s Bitcoin treasury strategy has seen its digital holdings nearly double in recent months, with the company now controlling 636,505 BTC, valued at $70 billion as of late September 2025. This aggressive accumulation has been funded through equity and debt offerings, including a $21 billion stock ATM in Q1 2025 and additional $10 billion in capital raised in Q2. Despite this, MSTR shares have fallen more than 30% since July, with a recent 3.2% decline following a broader cryptocurrency market pullback [1].

The firm, now rebranded as Strategy Inc, continues to attract analyst attention. Mizuho Securities and Canaccord Genuity both maintained bullish ratings in late July and August 2025, with price targets of $586 and $464 respectively [1]. However, the stock has faced volatility amid broader market corrections and speculation about the firm's long-term sustainability. A hypothetical AI-generated scenario from Wall Street veteran Fred Krueger warned of potential insolvency by 2026 if Bitcoin prices fall below $40,000, though such predictions are not considered credible by the company [2].

MicroStrategy’s strategy has also drawn regulatory and institutional interest. The firm has gained attention for its potential inclusion in the S&P 500 index, a move that could further elevate its market profile. Analysts suggest the company has already met the index’s market cap requirements, and speculation persists that it may be added as early as September 2025. The firm's recent purchase of 4,048 BTC for $449 million has bolstered its position as the largest corporate Bitcoin holder, a distinction it has maintained for several years [3].

The company’s Bitcoin-driven business model has sparked debates about valuation and sustainability. While its traditional software revenue remains modest at approximately $463 million annually, the value of its Bitcoin holdings dwarfs this. As of mid-2025, Strategy's Bitcoin holdings were valued at $64–70 billion, significantly higher than the firm’s market cap of $95 billion [7]. Critics argue that the company’s stock trades at a 112% premium to the value of its Bitcoin alone, attributing the valuation to speculative faith in its ability to raise capital and grow its holdings.

The trajectory of Bitcoin’s price remains a critical factor for the firm’s success. Analysts from Alphractal and Bitfinex have highlighted the potential for a bear market beginning in October 2025, with price targets dipping to as low as $50,000 by 2026. Bitcoin’s recent correction below $110,000 has raised concerns about liquidity and investor sentiment. Bitfinex analysts identified a potential support range between $93,000 and $95,000, suggesting a floor for the current correction [6].

Despite these risks, MicroStrategy continues to expand its role in the digital asset space. Michael Saylor and CEO Phong Le maintain a strong narrative around Bitcoin as a store of value and a hedge against inflation. The firm has introduced novel financial instruments, such as its preferred stock offerings, to fund further purchases and maintain its leadership in corporate Bitcoin treasuries. The company also emphasizes its dual focus on Bitcoin and AI, though the latter remains a less concrete component of its strategy [7].

The broader corporate Bitcoin landscape has expanded, with companies like Marathon Digital, Bullish, and Metaplanet also accumulating significant holdings. Together, public companies now hold over 4.7% of the total Bitcoin supply, a shift once considered implausible. However, MicroStrategy remains the most prominent and influential participant in this trend, with its strategy serving as a blueprint for other institutions seeking to incorporate Bitcoin into their treasury portfolios [3].

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[1] Wall Street is Bullish on Strategy Inc (MSTR) - Yahoo Finance (https://finance.yahoo.com/news/wall-street-bullish-strategy-inc-161050539.html)

[2] Wall Street veteran predicts MicroStrategy will file for ... (https://www.thestreet.com/crypto/markets/wall-street-veteran-predicts-microstrategy-massacre-in-2026)

[3] As MicroStrategy eyes S&P 500, analyst sees 'good chance ... (https://finance.yahoo.com/news/microstrategy-eyes-p-500-analyst-201103867.html)

[4] Bitcoin bear market due in October with $50K bottom target (https://cointelegraph.com/news/bitcoin-bear-market-in-october-with-50k-bottom-target-analysis)

[5] Trump family-backed American Bitcoin is a different sort of ... (https://www.axios.com/2025/09/04/trump-abtc-american-bitcoin)

[6] Bitcoin Price News: BTC Slips Below $110K (https://www.coindesk.com/markets/2025/09/04/bitcoin-slips-below-usd110k-as-analysts-weigh-risk-of-deeper-pullback)

[7] MicroStrategy's Bitcoin-Powered Strategy: A Wild Ride to ... (https://erickimphotography.com/microstrategys-bitcoin-powered-strategy-a-wild-ride-to-potential-1/)