🚀 Japanese Investment Company to Allocate $835M for Bitcoin via Overseas Share Offering
Japanese investment company Metaplanet announced plans to raise 180.3 billion yen (approximately $1.2 billion) through an overseas share issuance, with nearly $835 million earmarked for buying Bitcoin. The relevant filing was submitted on August 27, and issuing up to 555 million new shares could increase the total shares outstanding from 722 million to approximately 1.27 billion. The offering price will be set September 9–11, with settlements planned immediately afterward.
Strategy to Hedge Against Weak Yen and Inflation
The majority of the proceeds will be used to increase the company’s Bitcoin reserve, which currently stands at 18,991 BTC (about $2.1 billion). Metaplanet emphasizes that this strategy aims to protect capital from yen devaluation, reduce inflation risks, and increase corporate value.
An additional $440 million will be invested in the company’s “Bitcoin business,” which generates revenue through selling BTC call options. Metaplanet representatives noted that the program is already profitable and will expand using the new funds.
Step-by-Step Strengthening of Crypto Position
This move continues Metaplanet’s aggressive Bitcoin strategy, including the “21 Million Plan” announced in April and the “555 Million Plan” presented in June. The company aims to hold over 210,000 BTC by 2027, representing more than 1% of the total Bitcoin supply.
From Small-Cap to Global Indices
The offering will be conducted via international sales to institutional investors. Documents note that the issuance is not registered under the U.S. Securities Act of 1933 and will not be publicly offered in the United States.
Metaplanet CEO Simon Gerovich stated on X: “We announced the international share offering this morning. Due to legal restrictions, we cannot comment beyond what is stated in the press release while the offering is ongoing. We apologize for the temporary suspension of information dissemination and ask for your understanding and support.”
In August, the company was upgraded from small-cap to mid-cap in the FTSE Russell 2025 semiannual review, allowing inclusion in the FTSE Japan index, thanks to strong Q2 financial results.
Additionally, Metaplanet will automatically become part of the FTSE All-World Index, which includes the largest publicly traded companies by market capitalization from various regions worldwide, placing it alongside leading global players.
🛡️ Conclusion
Metaplanet continues its strategy of actively expanding its cryptocurrency portfolio, leveraging innovative financial instruments to protect capital and increase corporate value. This move highlights the influence of Japanese institutional investors on the global Bitcoin market and demonstrates how major companies are integrating cryptocurrencies into their long-term strategies.
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