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MicroStrategy’s aggressive Bitcoin acquisition strategy positions it to potentially surpass major companies like Starbucks and Nike amid fluctuating crypto markets. The firm’s substantial Bitcoin holdings have significantly impacted its stock performance, driving a remarkable 546% increase in 2024. “MicroStrategy only goes bankrupt if an asteroid hits Earth,” commented CryptoQuant CEO Ki-Young Ju, underscoring the resilience of Bitcoin prices. MicroStrategy’s Bitcoin investments could surpass Starbucks and Nike if BTC rises. Insights on its market cap potential and debt strategy discussed. MicroStrategy’s Market Cap Will Eclipse Starbucks and Nike If BTC Hits $138K MicroStrategy is cementing its position as the largest corporate holder of Bitcoin, with a staggering 439,000 BTC in its treasury, placing it 985% ahead of Marathon Digital’s holdings. This aggressive accumulation amplifies its market cap, which is teetering near the $100 billion mark. The correlation between Bitcoin’s price movements and MicroStrategy’s market cap is direct. A specific analysis reveals that with its current net asset value (NAV) worksheet, the firm’s potential market cap could reach up to $114 billion, contingent upon the price performance of Bitcoin. Each $1,000 shift in Bitcoin’s value affects MSTR’s market capitalization by approximately $440 million. Presently, Starbucks holds a market cap of $105.5 billion, while Nike stands at $115 billion. Just an 11% increase in Bitcoin to $118,810 could propel MicroStrategy past Starbucks, with a 32% rise to $140,000 propelling it ahead of Nike. Related: MicroStrategy buys 15.3K Bitcoin for $1.5B, holdings reach 439K BTC The Risks of MicroStrategy’s Debt-Driven Bitcoin Strategy MicroStrategy’s business model hinges on leveraging debt to enhance its Bitcoin holdings, a strategy that has drawn scrutiny from industry analysts. Critics voice concerns that this approach could be precarious, particularly if Bitcoin prices were to decline significantly. One prominent critic, Chainlink advocate Zach Rynes, expressed his unease about the company’s reliance…

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