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“Bitcoin Maven Michael Saylor Unleashes $216M Stock Sell-Off to Amplify Crypto Holdings”
In a strategic move, MicroStrategy's Executive Chairman, Michael Saylor, has commenced the process of selling £160 million worth of his MicroStrategy stocks over the next four months. Saylor, a prominent advocate for Bitcoin, revealed that a portion of the proceeds would be utilized to expand his already significant Bitcoin holdings.
Stock Options Unleashed:
The disclosure, made in a filing with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission on January 2, outlined that Saylor had initiated the sale of his 315,000 stock options awards, initially granted to him in April 2014. Notably, these stock options are set to expire on April 30, 2024.
Gradual Unloading:
The process began with Saylor selling the first tranche of 5,000 shares on January 2. According to his announcement during MicroStrategy's third-quarter earnings call on November 2, he plans to sell 5,000 MSTR shares daily for the next four months. This approach aims to fulfill “personal obligations” and increase his Bitcoin holdings.
Strategic Intent:
In his November call, Saylor articulated, “Exercising this option will allow me to address personal obligations as well as acquire additional Bitcoin to my personal account.” He reassured that, despite the personal sales, his stake in the company's equity remains “significant.”
Maximum Sale Limit:
As per a November 1 Q-10 filing with the SEC, Saylor is permitted to sell a maximum of 400,000 shares of his vested options between January 2 and April 26 this year.
MicroStrategy's Stellar Performance:
While Bitcoin showcased a remarkable 170% rally in the past year, MicroStrategy has eclipsed the digital asset's growth, recording an impressive 411% surge, as per TradingView data.
Bitcoin Acquisition Spree Continues:
On December 27, MicroStrategy further solidified its commitment to Bitcoin by acquiring an additional 14,620 Bitcoin for £615 million. This acquisition propelled MicroStrategy's total Bitcoin holdings to an astounding 189,150 Bitcoin, valued at approximately £8.5 billion at current prices.
As Michael Saylor strategically reshapes his financial portfolio, the market eagerly watches the interplay between MicroStrategy's stock movements and its persistent Bitcoin acquisitions.
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