Metaplanet Surpasses El Salvador in Bitcoin Possessions from Tokyo
Unbridled DisclosureMetaplanet, a Tokyo-listed company, has bolstered its Bitcoin stash by an astounding $130 million, rocketing it into the global top tier, surpassing El Salvador. The firm now owns a hefty 6,796 Bitcoin.
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Asia's market is abuzz with Metaplanet's latest Bitcoin acquisition. Having shelled out 1,241 BTC worth around $101,843 per coin on May 12, the firm's total investment amounts to approximately $129 million. Sparked by its first Bitcoin purchase in April 2024, Metaplanet's monthly spending spree has been escalating since then.
Money Makin' Metaplanet
Metaplanet's average purchase price currently hovers around $91,000 per Bitcoin. This puts the firm's neat profit margin at around $13,000 per coin, resulting in a gargantuan paper profit of over $88 million at today's market value of approximately $707 million.
Rising Tide by the Numbers
Metaplanet's recent buying frenzy has been relentless. In March, it snapped up 18,925 coins in six transactions, followed by another 18,586 coins in April. Come May 7, the firm acquired 5,555 additional Bitcoins, setting the stage for its latest deal.
The Numbers Don't Lie
According to its latest financial statements, Metaplanet boasts a stunning BTC yield of almost 40% for the current quarter, up from a staggering 96% yield in Q1 2025. Here, "yield" signifies the appreciation in the value of its Bitcoin holdings relative to its fully diluted share base.
Running Circles Around Nation-State Bitcoin Masters
El Salvador remains the sixth-largest national Bitcoin holder with 6,714 BTC worth roughly $642 million, according to the National Bitcoin Office. Metaplanet's current tally positions it among an exclusive group of only nine other entities worldwide sporting greater BTC reserves.
Saylor's Suggestive Sneak Peek
Michael Saylor, CEO of Strategy, hinted at another potential acquisition on May 12, posting a "Saylor Tracker" chart and quipping, "Connect the dots." Already owning a hefty 555,450 BTC (worth around $58 billion today), Strategy has historically followed such teases with new buys.
Entering a New Era for Corporate Treasuries
Metaplanet serves as a shining example of how select companies are beginning to view Bitcoin as more than just a gamble—they now regard it as a crucial asset. For Bitcoin watchers tracking institutional adoption, the sight of each new entrant who bests a nation or major corporate player is major headline material. In this race, Metaplanet has outrun the competition.
Image source: Gemini Imagen, chart from TradingView
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Enrichment data reveals that government entities and major corporations/institutions hold significant Bitcoin reserves due to seizures, donations, purchases, and mining. Top government Bitcoin holders include the United Arab Emirates (420,000 BTC), the United States (198,012 BTC), and China (190,000–194,000 BTC), as well as El Salvador (6,174 BTC) and Bhutan (12,062 BTC). Michael Saylor's firm, likely MicroStrategy, is the largest corporate Bitcoin holder with approximately 568,840 BTC.
- Goldman Sachs could venture into Bitcoin investing, inspired by Metaplanet's recent success in technology-driven finance, considering the significant yield it has evidently reaped from its Bitcoin investments.
- With Metaplanet's stellar Bitcoin performance, technology-focused investment firms may weigh the opportunities in the digital finance sector, looking to replicate similar success in their portfolio.
