Bitcoin News Today: Metaplanet buys 463 BTC in $53.7M purchase during market dip

Metaplanet Inc., a Tokyo-listed firm, has significantly expanded its Bitcoin holdings with the acquisition of 463 BTC on August 4, bringing its total holdings to 17,595 BTC [1]. This purchase represents an investment of approximately $53.7 million at an average price of $115,895 per coin [2]. The firm continues to position itself as one of the largest corporate holders of Bitcoin, with its holdings valued at over $2 billion [3]. The company’s strategic approach involves leveraging market dips to accumulate Bitcoin at favorable prices, a tactic it has consistently applied over time [4].

The latest acquisition occurred during a 5% price correction over the weekend, a move that aligns with Metaplanet’s historical pattern of purchasing during market volatility [5]. The firm has outlined a long-term objective of reaching 210,000 BTC by 2027, equivalent to 1% of the total Bitcoin supply [6]. With its current holdings, Metaplanet has achieved 8.4% of this ambitious target, signaling a sustained commitment to Bitcoin as a strategic treasury asset.

To support its continued accumulation, the company announced plans to raise up to ¥555 billion ($3.7 billion) over the next two years through the issuance of perpetual preferred shares [7]. This capital raise is structured to avoid diluting common shareholders and offers an annual dividend of up to 6% to investors [8]. The funding strategy mirrors that of other corporate Bitcoin holders, such as MicroStrategy, and reflects a broader trend of institutional adoption.

Corporate Bitcoin holdings continue to rise, with 162 publicly listed companies holding Bitcoin as of late July 2025, up from 112 in May [9]. Metaplanet joins this growing list of firms that view Bitcoin as a hedge against macroeconomic uncertainty and a diversification tool for corporate treasuries [10]. Despite challenges such as recent outflows from U.S. Bitcoin ETFs and ongoing market volatility, Metaplanet remains committed to its long-term Bitcoin strategy, underscoring its confidence in the asset’s value retention and growth potential.

The company’s actions are expected to influence institutional investor behavior and potentially impact the Bitcoin price trajectory. As Metaplanet continues to build its holdings, it will likely remain a key player in the evolving landscape of corporate cryptocurrency investment.

Sources:

[1] Cointelegraph – Metaplanet First Bitcoin Firm Buy Bitcoin in August

https://cointelegraph.com/news/metaplanet-first-bitcoin-firm-buy-bitcoin-august

[2] The Block – Metaplanet Buys $54 Million Bitcoin

https://www.theblock.co/post/365359/metaplanet-buys-54-million-bitcoin

[3] Brave – Japanese Firm Metaplanet Plans $3.7 Billion Bitcoin Purchase

https://bravenewcoin.com/insights/japanese-firm-metaplanet-plans-3-7-billion-bitcoin-purchase-through-stock-offering

[4] Investing.com – Metaplanet Buys Additional 463 Bitcoin, Increases Stash

https://ph.investing.com/news/cryptocurrency-news/metaplanet-buys-additional-463-bitcoin-increases-stash-to-17595-coins-1933761

[5] U.Today – Metaplanet Buys $54 Million in Bitcoin

https://u.today/metaplanet-buys-54-million-in-bitcoin

[6] CryptoAdventure – Metaplanet Plans $3.7B Stock Raise to Fuel Massive Bitcoin Buying Spree

https://cryptoadventure.com/metaplanet-plans-3-7b-stock-raise-to-fuel-massive-bitcoin-buying-spree/

[7] Cointelegraph – Metaplanet Buys Additional 463 Bitcoin, Increases Stash to 17595 Coins

[8] CoinGape – Just In: Japan's Metaplanet Acquires $53.7M in Bitcoin as Market Rebounds

https://coingape.com/just-in-japans-metaplanet-acquires-53-7m-in-bitcoin-as-market-rebounds/

[9] Bitcoinist.com – Metaplanet Plans $3.7 Billion Raise To Hit 210000 Bitcoin by 2027

https://bitcoinist.com/metaplanet-3-7-billion-raise-210000-bitcoin-2027/