Tron Inc. Raises $1 Billion to Expand TRX Treasury as Stock Surges 1,300% on DeFi Momentum

Tron Inc., the Nasdaq-listed entity formerly known as SRM Entertainment, has filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission to raise $1 billion through a mix of common and preferred stock, debt securities, warrants, and rights. The funds will be used to expand the company’s TRX token treasury, which currently holds over 365 million TRX tokens following its reverse merger with blockchain founder Justin Sun’s project last month. The offering, outlined in a Form S-3 registration statement, marks a significant capital infusion aimed at strengthening Tron’s position in the decentralized finance (DeFi) ecosystem [1].

The company’s stock has surged over 1,300% since the merger and rebranding, trading above $11.80 as of the latest data. This rally has propelled Tron Inc.’s market capitalization to exceed $200 million, reflecting heightened investor confidence in its blockchain infrastructure and token utility. The stock’s performance has been attributed to growing institutional interest in crypto assets and the broader adoption of DeFi protocols, which have increased demand for TRX-based transactions and governance [2].

In its SEC filing, Tron Inc. emphasized its long-term commitment to accumulating TRX tokens, which are integral to the Tron network’s operations, including facilitating smart contracts and decentralized applications (dApps). The expanded treasury is expected to stabilize token value, incentivize ecosystem development, and attract further institutional participation. “We view our TRX token holdings as long-term holdings and expect to continue to accumulate TRX tokens,” the filing states [5].

The $1 billion fundraise aligns with a broader trend of public companies building crypto treasuries, though Tron Inc.’s focus on TRX distinguishes it from peers who have primarily targeted Bitcoin (BTC). Analysts note that the stock’s meteoric rise reflects both speculative fervor and market validation for the company’s strategy of integrating blockchain infrastructure with traditional equity markets [3].

While the company has not disclosed specific use cases for the raised capital, the emphasis on TRX acquisition suggests a dual approach: reinforcing network security through token buybacks and expanding the token’s utility within the Tron ecosystem. This mirrors tactics employed by other major crypto projects to combat volatility and foster adoption. Tron Inc.’s ability to execute its vision will depend on maintaining technical development momentum while navigating regulatory scrutiny and market fluctuations [3].

The fundraising effort underscores the growing intersection between traditional capital markets and blockchain innovation. For now, the stock’s performance and the scale of the capital raise signal strong confidence from both retail and institutional investors in Tron Inc.’s strategic direction.

Source:

[1] Cointelegraph, [https://cointelegraph.com/news/tron-inc-1b-fundraise-trx-holdings-justin-sun-merger](https://cointelegraph.com/news/tron-inc-1b-fundraise-trx-holdings-justin-sun-merger)

[2] TradingView, [https://www.tradingview.com/news/providers/cointelegraph/](https://www.tradingview.com/news/providers/cointelegraph/)

[3] Platinum Crypto Academy, [https://www.platinumcryptoacademy.com/](https://www.platinumcryptoacademy.com/)

[4] Yahoo Finance, [https://coinmarketcap.com/community/articles/6887a452fb184a125f70cd3b/](https://coinmarketcap.com/community/articles/6887a452fb184a125f70cd3b/)

[5] U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, [https://coinmarketcap.com/community/articles/6887a452fb184a125f70cd3b/](https://coinmarketcap.com/community/articles/6887a452fb184a125f70cd3b/)