Metaplanet reports $680 million in Bitcoin-related losses but remains committed to its acquisition strategy. Learn how institutional investors are navigating the crypto market slump.
Metaplanet, a Japanese company, takes a $680 million accounting hit on its Bitcoin holdings due to price volatility. This doesn’t impact cash flow, but reflects the challenges of accounting for crypto assets.
Metaplanet hikes its 2026 revenue and profit guidance despite reporting a Bitcoin write-down exceeding $670M, signaling the scaling success of its BTC treasury strategy.
Metaplanet’s director and COO outline four critical factors that may impact Bitcoin’s price in 2026, including regulatory clarity, global economic trends, technological advancements, and adoption rates.
Metaplanet gains an edge over US-based Bitcoin treasuries by utilizing the Japanese yen for leveraged bets, thanks to Japan’s artificially low interest rates.
MSCI’s upcoming decision on excluding companies with over 50% digital assets may trigger $10-15 billion in forced sales and reshape corporate Bitcoin strategies.
Japan-based Bitcoin treasury firm Metaplanet has acquired 4,279 BTC, bringing its total holdings to 35,102 BTC, signaling a strong institutional confidence in Bitcoin’s long-term potential.
Metaplanet, the largest corporate holder of Bitcoin in Japan, buys $451 million worth of Bitcoin in Q4, moving closer to its 210,000 BTC target.
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Metaplanet’s Bitcoin holdings reach $3 billion after a $451 million acquisition, with revenue from BTC income generation surging to a record ¥8.58 billion (~$54 million) in 2025.