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Strategic Expansion of Bitcoin Reserves by MARA Holdings

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by Giorgi Kostiuk

a year ago

MARA Holdings, a major publicly traded mining company, acquired 6,474 BTC valued at approximately $619 million through a recent $1 billion convertible note offering.

Bitcoin Acquisition and Its Significance

The fundraising allowed MARA to purchase an additional 703 Bitcoin, increasing its holdings to 34,794 BTC. The average purchase price was $95,395 per BTC.

Convertible Notes as a Key to Expansion

Convertible notes are a form of debt financing that can be converted into equity. MARA's issuance at a 0% interest rate is due in 2030. Approximately $199 million of the proceeds were used to buy back existing notes, reducing the company's debt load.

Growing Reserves and Market Position

MARA's aggressive expansion in Bitcoin mirrors a broader industry trend. Companies like MicroStrategy also use convertible notes for Bitcoin purchases. However, this strategy carries risks due to Bitcoin's volatility.

MARA's strategy of expanding Bitcoin reserves via convertible notes has been effective but not without risks. Market volatility remains a critical factor for such companies.

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