Metaplanet’s Bitcoin bet drives record profit surge
6.6 Investments Metaplanet’s 2025 revenue soared 738% and profit surged 1,694% as it grew Bitcoin holdings to 35,102 BTC. Despite valuation losses, the firm targets 1% of Bitcoin supply by 2027, signaling bold ambitions.
Metaplanet has delivered exceptional financial results for fiscal year 2025, fueled by an assertive Bitcoin accumulation strategy. The company’s revenue soared 738% year-over-year to ¥8.9 billion, while operating profit surged 1,694% to ¥6.29 billion. Metaplanet expanded its Bitcoin holdings from 1,762 BTC to 35,102 BTC, becoming Japan’s largest Bitcoin holder and the fourth-largest among publicly listed companies worldwide. Despite an unrealized valuation loss of approximately ¥102.2 billion due to Bitcoin price volatility, the company’s core business segments maintained strong cash flow and posted significant revenue growth. Looking ahead, Metaplanet aims to secure 1% of Bitcoin’s total supply by 2027—about 210,000 BTC—and plans to raise over ¥770 billion through share issuance to fund further acquisitions. While the strategy carries risks such as shareholder dilution and market sensitivity, management stresses its commitment to long-term digital asset infrastructure. The company’s bold approach positions it for potential sector dominance, with forecasts for continued growth in 2026.
