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Metaplanet Seeks $3.7 Billion in Preferred Shares to Boost Bitcoin Reserves

Shareholder approval is required on September 1 to authorize the two perpetual preferred share classes.

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Metaplanet files $3.7b shelf registration to fund more bitcoin buys
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Overview

  • The shelf registration covers issuance of two perpetual preferred share classes—each valued at ¥277.5 billion—that would fund Bitcoin purchases through August 8, 2027.
  • Metaplanet currently holds 17,132 BTC worth about $1.97 billion after its most recent purchase of 780 BTC on July 28.
  • Proceeds from the preferred shares will be earmarked solely for achieving its goal of at least 210,000 BTC by the end of 2027.
  • The proposed offering equates to roughly 75% of its $4.9 billion market capitalization and aims to minimize dilution of common stock.
  • The shelf registration allows flexible issuance based on market conditions, emulating MicroStrategy’s approach to corporate Bitcoin accumulation.