Strategy Reports $12.4B Loss as Bitcoin Holdings Fall Below Purchase Cost

On February 5, 2026, Strategy released a volatile Q4 2025 earnings report that underscored the high-stakes nature of its Bitcoin-first treasury model.

The company reported a massive net loss of $12.4 billion, or $42.93 per share, largely driven by the requirement to mark its Bitcoin holdings to current market prices.

While the software side of the business remained stable, with revenue of $123 million slightly beating expectations, the report was overshadowed by a “Black Thursday” market crash that saw Bitcoin drop to $62,353, officially pushing Michael Saylor’s massive BTC stack into “underwater” territory.

The Q4 Financial Breakdown

The extreme swing in earnings is a direct result of fair value accounting rules, which Strategy adopted in 2025. This was the fourth consecutive period using this model, which creates massive paper gains or losses based on Bitcoin’s price at the end of the quarter.

• Operating Loss: Totaled $17.4 billion for the quarter, almost entirely due to the downward revaluation of digital assets.
• Revenue Performance: Subscription services grew 62% year-over-year to $51.8 million, showing that the core software business is still functioning as a steady, albeit small, cash flow engine.
• The “HODL” Response: Despite the $12.4 billion quarterly loss, Executive Chairman Michael Saylor told investors on the earnings call to “not panic,” citing the long-term potential of the company’s “Digital Credit” strategy.

Bitcoin Portfolio: Marked to Market

As of February 1, 2026, MicroStrategy has solidified its position as the largest corporate holder of Bitcoin in the world. However, the recent price slide has placed the company in a rare period of unrealized loss.

• Total Holdings: 713,502 BTC.
• Total Cost Basis: $54.3 billion (Average of $76,052 per coin).
• Current Market Value: Approximately $45.9 billion (at $64,400 per BTC), representing an unrealized paper loss of roughly $8.4 billion.
• Accumulation Pace: The firm remained aggressive even during the downturn, acquiring 41,002 BTC in January 2026 alone.

The $2.25 Billion “Fortress” Cash Reserve

To counter concerns about solvency during a deep “crypto winter,” MicroStrategy revealed it has successfully built a massive liquidity buffer. In late 2025, the company shifted away from immediate Bitcoin buying to establish a $2.25 billion USD cash reserve.

“This reserve is designed to fund over two and a half years of dividend payments on our preferred stock and interest on our debt, regardless of where the price of Bitcoin goes,” stated CEO Phong Le.

This cash pile, combined with the fact that the vast majority of its Bitcoin is unencumbered (not used as collateral for loans), significantly reduces the risk of forced liquidations. Analysts note that while the stock remains a “high-beta” play on Bitcoin, the company’s flexible debt structure, with no major maturities due until 2027, provides it with significant “breathing room” to wait for a market recovery.

Summary Table: MicroStrategy Q4 2025 Stats

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