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I am quite surprised by this recent move in microstratgy. Over the past few days, they have raised $1.18 billion through their new preferred stock series (STRC), and it’s not just a number — there’s a thoughtful strategy behind it.
What’s truly interesting is the stability of this STRC series. Volatility has reached only 1.5% — a historic low. Their Sharpe ratio is now 5.37, which is unprecedented for corporate funding instruments. This means they have been able to generate a highly stable income stream while maintaining high returns on Bitcoin.
Their Bitcoin holdings now total 761,068 BTC. This week, they added 22,337 BTC, making it their fifth-largest single purchase. Through this new preferred stock model, they have committed to delivering over $1 billion in annual profits.
I think this is a smart move. They’ve moved away from traditional equity offerings and created an instrument that appeals to institutional investors — stable returns and low risk. The market will now see if this model works in the long term.