Strategy Scoops 1,287 BTC for $116 Million, First in 2026

Strategy Inc., the world’s largest corporate holder of bitcoin, announced the purchase of approximately 1,287 BTC for $116 million, at an average price of $90,391 per coin. The purchase marks the company’s first acquisition in 2026 and raises its total Bitcoin holdings to 673,783 BTC, with a cumulative cost basis of $50.55 billion (an average of $75,026 per bitcoin).

The purchase announced on X occurs while Bitcoin traded around $92,000, reflecting ongoing confidence in its value for corporate finances, despite fluctuations in the market. The move underscores executive chairman Michael Saylor’s ongoing commitment to Bitcoin as a primary treasury asset.

$116M BTC Buy: Year’s First

Strategy’s latest transaction was financed with existing cash flows and prior capital raises, rather than new debt or equity offerings. The company has been acquiring Bitcoin during market dips since late 2025. Recently, Strategy increased its USD reserve by $62 million, bringing the total reserve to $2.25 billion.

The reserve, established in late 2025, is intended to cover preferred dividends, debt service, and operating expenses. It is sufficient to meet several years’ worth of financial obligations, even during periods of market instability. According to the company’s filings, it can adjust the reserve based on market conditions.

The latest purchase marks the company’s 93rd reported Bitcoin acquisition and aligns with its capital-raising efforts, which total tens of billions of dollars. Observers note that this purchase shows the firm’s ongoing commitment to bitcoin without immediate plans for more aggressive funding rounds.

Broader Implications and Market Context

The acquisition news coincided with Bitcoin’s upward trend in early 2026, during which prices climbed to around $92,000 and posted several consecutive days of gains. Shares of Strategy rose in premarket trading as investors viewed $MSTR as a way to invest in bitcoin.

Meanwhile, analysts have highlighted several risks associated with this model, including the potential for shareholder dilution from issuing more shares and its vulnerability to fluctuations in bitcoin’s price. Additionally, ongoing regulatory scrutiny and upcoming decisions on index classifications could affect passive investment flows. The use of debt and preferred stock also heightens risk exposure.

However, Strategy views the inclusion of USD reserves as a prudent balance-sheet management move that helps ensure stability during potential market downturns. Overall, the Strategy of maintaining both Bitcoin for growth and USD for flexibility demonstrates confidence in the future of cryptocurrency.

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