- Metaplanet has surpassed El Salvador in Bitcoin holdings with 6,796 BTC and aims to reach 10,000 BTC by the end of 2025.
- The company’s aggressive accumulation strategy has driven its stock up 1,800% in the past year, outperforming both Bitcoin and Strategy.
In a bold move that underscores its growing ambition in the digital asset space, Japan-based Metaplanet has officially surpassed El Salvador in Bitcoin holdings, now owning more than 6,796 BTC—valued at over $700 million at current prices. The company’s aggressive strategy was highlighted by a recent purchase of 1,241 BTC on May 12, pushing it ahead of El Salvador’s 6,174 BTC stash.
El Salvador made headlines globally when it became the first country to adopt Bitcoin as legal tender in 2021. However, Metaplanet, a relatively new entrant to the Bitcoin scene, only began its accumulation in 2023 and is already on a trajectory to outpace many early adopters. The company has set an ambitious target of 10,000 BTC by the end of 2025—just about 30% away from its goal.
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Metaplanet’s approach mirrors that of Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy), the largest corporate Bitcoin holder with a staggering 568,840 BTC. Like Strategy, Metaplanet leverages capital markets—raising funds through debt and equity issuance—to build its Bitcoin treasury.
This aggressive stance is paying off. Metaplanet’s stock has soared, delivering a staggering 1,800% return over the past year. In contrast, Strategy’s MSTR rose by 238%, while Bitcoin itself gained 63% over the same period. Even on a year-to-date basis, Metaplanet leads with a 58% increase compared to Strategy’s 28% and Bitcoin’s modest 6%.
Metaplanet’s meteoric rise reflects a broader trend of institutional and national Bitcoin adoption. According to Bitbo, public companies alone hold 724,000 BTC—about 3.4% of the total supply. Altogether, holdings by corporations and nation-states account for over 3 million BTC, or roughly 15% of the total Bitcoin supply, translating to around $330 billion.
As institutional adoption accelerates and nation-states like El Salvador continue to influence global policy, companies like Metaplanet are positioning themselves at the forefront of the next financial paradigm. With more than six months left in 2025, Metaplanet may not only meet its 10K BTC goal—but exceed it.