MicroStrategy’s endgame is to be the leading Bitcoin bank: Michael Saylor
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MicroStrategy aims to become the world’s leading Bitcoin bank, holding 252,220 BTC. The company invests borrowed funds in Bitcoin, expecting 29% annual returns. Saylor’s goal is to grow MicroStrategy into a trillion-dollar bitcoin-driven entity. Michael Saylor, founder and executive chairman of MicroStrategy, in an interview with analysts at research and brokerage firm Bernstein outlined a clear vision for the future of his company. According to Saylor, MicroStrategy aims to become the world’s leading Bitcoin bank. Saylor believes that Bitcoin (BTC) is not only the top-performing asset of the 21st century but also the cornerstone of a revolutionary financial system and his ultimate goal is for MicroStrategy to transform into a trillion-dollar company by leveraging the potential of Bitcoin (BTC). MicroStrategy’s Bitcoin accumulation strategy MicroStrategy’s recent acquisition of 7,420 BTC demonstrates its aggressive approach toward bitcoin accumulation, using both debt and equity to maximize returns. The company’s total investment in BTC is estimated to have cost around $9.9 billion, alongside a debt burden of $4 billion. As a result, MicroStrategy now controls about 1.2% of the total Bitcoin supply, reinforcing its prominent position in the market. Currently, with over 252,220 BTC in its reserves, currently valued at more than $15 billion, MicroStrategy holds the title of the largest corporate Bitcoin holder globally. Saylor’s long-term thesis is that Bitcoin’s scarcity and volatility make it a superior asset for hedging against inflation and storing value. He foresees Bitcoin eventually reaching millions of dollars per coin, and with continued investment, MicroStrategy could grow into a trillion-dollar entity. Saylor envisions the firm issuing various financial instruments such as equity, convertible debt, and preferred stock tied to Bitcoin, which would further cement its role in the emerging Bitcoin economy. Saylor also emphasizes the attractiveness of Bitcoin over traditional lending models. He argues that lending to Bitcoin,…
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