Metaplanet Doubles Down on Bitcoin! Stock Soars 8% After $13.5M BTC Purchase

Jakarta, Pintu News – Metaplanet, often referred to as “Japan’s MicroStrategy”, announced the purchase of 162 Bitcoins worth $13.5 million during the BTC price drop.

According to Coinagpe’s report, this announcement pushed the company’s share price up 8%, passing the 3,500 JPY level in Wednesday’s trading session (12/3/25). In addition, Metaplanet also issued bonds worth JPY 2 billion (IDR 328.88 billion) with a 0% interest rate to fund additional Bitcoin purchases.

While Bitcoin selling pressure increased this week ahead of the release of US CPI data as well as economic uncertainty due to Trump’s tariff war, Metaplanet took advantage of this moment to add to their Bitcoin holdings at lower prices.

Metaplanet Buys 162 ($13.5 Million) Bitcoins

On Wednesday, March 12, 2025, Metaplanet announced its latest Bitcoin acquisition by purchasing 162 BTC worth approximately $13.5 million, at an average price of $83,123 per Bitcoin.

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In addition, the company also reported a BTC yield (YTD) of 53.2% in 2025, showing impressive gains amidst the volatile crypto market.

Currently, Metaplanet has raised a total of 3,050 BTC, with a total investment of approximately $253.7 million and an average price of $83,180 per Bitcoin. Interestingly, almost 50% of the company’s Bitcoin holdings were purchased in just 2025.

Metaplanet Shares Jumped Almost 8%

Furthermore, Metaplanet also announced today that its Board of Directors has approved the issuance of 8th Series Bonds to EVO FUND in the amount of JPY 2 billion (approximately $18.2 million).

The move is part of the company’s strategy to add to its Bitcoin holdings, announced just two days after MicroStrategy unveiled plans to raise $21 billion for BTC purchases.

According to the official notice, the proceeds from the bonds will be fully allocated for the purchase of Bitcoin, in accordance with the plan submitted in the January 28, 2025 notice on Share Acquisition Rights.

Following this announcement, Metaplanet’s share price jumped 7.93%, reaching a level of 3,605 JPY. Although the current market is still volatile, Metaplanet shares continue to move within the range of 3,300 – 4,000 JPY.

Bitcoin Whale Accumulation Increases amid Selling Pressure

Although Bitcoin (BTC) selling pressure has remained strong in recent weeks, long-term holders and BTC whales continue to make strategic accumulations whenever the price drops.

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According to data from CryptoQuant, in the past 30 days, Bitcoin whales have bought more than 65,000 BTC, despite the market still experiencing a correction.

While this accumulation may not have an immediate impact on short-term price movements, this move shows that big players are absorbing significant amounts of BTC supply.

As of March 12, 2025, BTC price is holding above the crucial support level of $80,000, but many analysts predict a possible drop below $70,000 before a long-term uptrend.

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Reference:

• Coingape. Metaplanet Stock Shoots 8% on News of 162 Bitcoin Purchases. Accessed March 13, 2025.
• Crypto News. Metaplanet Issues Zero-Interest Bonds to Buy BTC. Accessed March 13, 2025.
• The Block. Tokyo-listed Metaplanet adds 162 BTC to company treasury, stock jumps 8% midday. Accessed March 13, 2025.