Metaplanet Surpasses El Salvador in Bitcoin Holdings
Japanese investment firm Metaplanet’s recent Bitcoin acquisition has propelled its total holdings beyond those of El Salvador, a nation renowned for its Bitcoin adoption. This significant purchase, totaling $129 million in 1,241 BTC, marks another milestone in Metaplanet’s ambitious Bitcoin accumulation strategy.
CEO Simon Gerovich proudly announced the news on X, stating, “Metaplanet now holds more Bitcoin than El Salvador. From humble beginnings to rivaling nation-states, we’re just getting started.” This bold statement underscores Metaplanet’s aggressive approach to Bitcoin investment.
Metaplanet’s current Bitcoin holdings stand at 6,796 BTC, valued at approximately $707 million. The firm’s average purchase price per Bitcoin is $91,000, demonstrating a calculated and strategic investment approach since commencing its BTC accumulation in April 2024.
This surpasses El Salvador’s current holdings of 6,714 BTC, estimated at $642 million, positioning Metaplanet as a major player in the global Bitcoin landscape. The firm’s impressive Bitcoin Yield, a metric measuring the percentage change in Bitcoin holdings per fully diluted share, currently stands at 38% for the quarter. This follows a remarkable 95.6% yield in the first quarter of 2025.
Source: Simon Gerovich
Metaplanet’s recent acquisitions include a substantial 5,555 BTC purchase on May 7th, along with numerous large-scale purchases in April and March, illustrating a consistent and growing commitment to Bitcoin investment. The firm currently ranks as the largest Bitcoin holder in Asia and the tenth largest globally, according to BiTBO.
Source: Metaplanet
Meanwhile, Michael Saylor’s cryptic social media post hints at a potential further Bitcoin purchase by his company, MicroStrategy, adding to the ongoing narrative of significant institutional Bitcoin accumulation.
This surge in institutional investment underlines the growing confidence in Bitcoin as a valuable asset within the global financial landscape.