Metaplanet Raises $255M to Fund Bitcoin Purchases as It Targets 210,000 BTC

Japanese Bitcoin treasury firm Metaplanet has raised around $255 million from global institutional investors. According to an X post, the company plans to use this capital to buy more Bitcoin as part of its goal to hold 210,000 BTC. 

Metaplanet has raised ~$255m from global institutional investors via a placement of new shares priced at a 2% premium, paired with fixed-strike warrants at a 10% premium that monetize our equity volatility for up to ~$276m in additional capital upon exercise. Up to ~$531m in… pic.twitter.com/0tg62TopGR

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Metaplanet Raises $255M to Boost Bitcoin Holdings 

The funding comes from a placement of new shares priced at a 2% premium, paired with fixed-strike warrants at a 10% premium. If the warrants are exercised, they could generate up to $276 million in additional capital. Combined, Metaplanet could have up to $531 million to accelerate its Bitcoin accumulation strategy.

The fundraising shows strong institutional confidence in companies that use the capital markets to build Bitcoin treasuries. It also enhances Metaplanet’s ability to rapidly grow its Bitcoin holdings.

Metaplanet is already one of the largest corporate holders of Bitcoin. According to data from BitcoinTreasuries, the company currently holds 35,102 BTC, valued at $2.57 billion. These holdings place Metaplanet fourth among publicly traded companies globally that hold BTC. It trails Strategy, MARA Holdings, and Twenty One Capital. With this latest funding, it can accelerate its accumulation strategy while navigating market volatility more efficiently.

Funding the Path to 210,000 BTC

Last year, Metaplanet disclosed an ambitious goal: to hold 210,000 BTC by 2027. That would represent roughly 1% of Bitcoin’s total supply. To reach this target, the company is using financial tools like share issuance and warrants. These methods let it raise large sums while steadily building its Bitcoin reserves.

Each funding round helps it move closer to that goal. Additionally, by combining equity financing with structured instruments, the company can continue buying Bitcoin without depending solely on revenue from its business operations.

Even amid market volatility, which has sent Bitcoin down 41.82% from its all-time high, Metaplanet maintained strong performance. The company reported a BTC yield of 568% for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2025.

Since 2024, Metaplanet has focused entirely on Bitcoin. The firm’s management sees it not just as a reserve asset, but also as a strategic financial tool. With the latest funding, Metaplanet reinforces its commitment to becoming a leading corporate Bitcoin holder.

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