Strategy, formerly known as MicroStrategy, recently disclosed the purchase of 7,390 bitcoins worth $764 million. This move propelled MSTR stock price above $400, despite facing a class-action lawsuit over misleading statements.
In a press release, Strategy revealed that it has acquired 7,390 BTC for $764.9 million, at an average price of $103,498 per BTC. Formerly known as MicroStrategy, the company now holds a portfolio of 576,230 Bitcoin, purchased for a total amount of $40.8 billion.
This latest large-scale purchase announcement had an immediate impact on the MSTR stock price, soaring above the symbolic $400 threshold. A welcome increase for the company, which is concurrently facing a class-action lawsuit.
According to the filing with the SEC, the lawsuit targets CEO Michael Saylor, CFO Phong Le, and Andrew Kang for alleged violations of securities laws. The plaintiff, Anas Hamza, representing the class, alleges that the executives made false or misleading statements and did not disclose information about the anticipated profitability of Strategy’s Bitcoin strategy.
The plaintiff also claims that the defendants did not sufficiently communicate the risks associated with Bitcoin price volatility and the extent of potential losses. Unspecified damages, as well as interest, legal fees, and other remedies, are sought. However, Saylor and the company plan to “vigorously defend” against these allegations.
Despite these legal challenges, Strategy continues its Bitcoin accumulation strategy, becoming the largest institutional holder of the cryptocurrency. This bold move has allowed the MSTR stock to outperform Bitcoin since the beginning of the year, with an increase of over 38% compared to only 8% for BTC.
However, investors remain cautious due to the inherent volatility in the crypto market and the significant risks associated with this strategy. The outcome of the lawsuit will be crucial for the future of Strategy and its Bitcoin bet.
Gaston has been a writer for over 7 years and a passionate cryptocurrency enthusiast since 2020. He loves exploring the crypto ecosystem and is now dedicated to sharing his insights and discoveries through InvestX.
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