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Strategy currently holds 843,738 BTC valued at around $65 billion, making it one of the largest corporate holders of the cryptocurrency in the world. The company paid roughly $63 billion to acquire that stash, leaving it sitting on about $1.50 billion in unrealized profit.
A Brief Pause, Not A Retreat
None of that stopped Michael Saylor from announcing something that caught the crypto market off guard this week. The executive chairman confirmed on X that Strategy bought bonds this week instead of adding to its Bitcoin pile, writing that “the BitVac is charging” — a phrase suggesting the pause is temporary and the buying machine is being readied again.
The move comes as Strategy works through a plan to repurchase close to $1.5 billion in face value of its 0% convertible senior notes due 2029. Reports indicate the company expects to pay around $1.38 billion in cash, drawing on existing reserves, stock sales through its at-the-market program, and potentially some Bitcoin sales to cover the cost.
This week we bought bonds, not bitcoin. The ₿itVac is charging. pic.twitter.com/yUpVNiNTPT
— Michael Saylor (@saylor) May 24, 2026
Debt Reduction And What It Means For Shareholders
Retiring that debt at a discount has a direct effect on shareholders. Fewer convertible notes outstanding means less potential dilution from future share conversions, which in turn raises the amount of Bitcoin represented by each share of MSTR stock.
Strategy’s last big Bitcoin acquisition saw it pick up 24,869 BTC for roughly $2 billion, funded through sales of its STRC perpetual preferred shares and MSTR stock. Based on reports, no Bitcoin was sold to fund this week’s bond purchases, leaving the company’s BTC holdings intact.
MSTR Stock Under Pressure
The announcement did little to calm investors already rattled by recent selling from inside the company. MSTR stock finished Friday down 3% at $159.89 and has fallen more than 5% over the past week, with reports pointing to share sales by CFO Andrew Kang and director Jarrod Patten as part of the pressure on the stock.
Saylor has long described his approach as “Bitcoin forever,” and Strategy has raised billions through various financial instruments to keep buying. By pulling back on fresh purchases this week to clean up its debt picture, Strategy appears to be preparing its balance sheet for the next round of accumulation rather than stepping away from the trade.
Featured image from Unsplash, chart from TradingView
They say journalists never truly clock out. But for Christian, that’s not just a metaphor, it’s a lifestyle. By day, he navigates the ever-shifting tides of the cryptocurrency market, wielding words like a seasoned editor and crafting articles that decipher the jargon for the masses. When the PC goes on hibernate mode, however, his pursuits take a more mechanical (and sometimes philosophical) turn.
Christian’s journey with the written word began long before the age of Bitcoin. In the hallowed halls of academia, he honed his craft as a feature writer for his college paper. This early love for storytelling paved the way for a successful stint as an editor at a data engineering firm, where his first-month essay win funded a months-long supply of doggie and kitty treats – a testament to his dedication to his furry companions (more on that later).
Christian then roamed the world of journalism, working at newspapers in Canada and even South Korea. He finally settled down at a local news giant in his hometown in the Philippines for a decade, becoming a total news junkie. But then, something new caught his eye: cryptocurrency. It was like a treasure hunt mixed with storytelling – right up his alley!
So, he landed a killer gig at NewsBTC, where he’s one of the go-to guys for all things crypto. He breaks down this confusing stuff into bite-sized pieces, making it easy for anyone to understand (he salutes his management team for teaching him this skill).
Think Christian’s all work and no play? Not a chance! When he’s not at his computer, you’ll find him indulging his passion for motorbikes. A true gearhead, Christian loves tinkering with his bike and savoring the joy of the open road on his 320-cc Yamaha R3. Once a speed demon who hit 120mph (a feat he vowed never to repeat), he now prefers leisurely rides along the coast, enjoying the wind in his thinning hair.
Speaking of chill, Christian’s got a crew of furry friends waiting for him at home. Two cats and a dog. He swears cats are way smarter than dogs (sorry, Grizzly), but he adores them all anyway. Apparently, watching his pets just chillin’ helps him analyze and write meticulously formatted articles even better.
Here’s the thing about this guy: He works a lot, but he keeps himself fueled by enough coffee to make it through the day – and some seriously delicious (Filipino) food. He says a delectable meal is the secret ingredient to a killer article. And after a long day of crypto crusading, he unwinds with some rum (mixed with milk) while watching slapstick movies.
Looking ahead, Christian sees a bright future with NewsBTC. He says he sees himself privileged to be part of an awesome organization, sharing his expertise and passion with a community he values, and fellow editors – and bosses – he deeply respects.
So, the next time you tread into the world of cryptocurrency, remember the man behind the words – the crypto crusader, the grease monkey, and the feline philosopher, all rolled into one.
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