Michael Saylor's company Strategy is back in the spotlight after purchasing 3,459 Bitcoins worth $285.5 million, indicating strong belief in cryptocurrency despite financial market instability.
Bitcoin Acquisition
The recent purchase was made at an average price of $82,618 per Bitcoin, bringing the total holdings to 531,644 BTC. Since the start of 2025, the company's assets have increased by over 11.4%, as mentioned by Michael Saylor in an April 14 post on X.
Global Uncertainty and Tariff Consequences
One reason for current market uncertainty is the escalating global trade tensions. On April 9, U.S. President Donald Trump announced a 90-day halt on raising reciprocal tariffs, which excludes China that faces a hefty 145% tariff. These changes have created market uncertainty.
Analysts' Optimism on Bitcoin
While some investors remain cautious, others, such as analyst Jamie Coutts, suggested that the growing amount of money could push Bitcoin's price above $132,000 by the end of 2025. This forecast brings some optimism to the crypto industry.
Michael Saylor's recent acquisition demonstrates that despite the uncertainty in global trade, some investors continue to believe in the long-term value of Bitcoin as a reliable asset during instability.