Metaplanet is set to be included in the MSCI Japan Index at market close on February 28, 2025, marking a significant milestone for the company.
The MSCI Japan Index, managed by Morgan Stanley Capital International, tracks large and mid-cap stocks in Japan and is a key benchmark for global funds investing in Japanese equities.
With this inclusion, Metaplanet gains increased visibility among institutional investors, as funds and ETFs tracking MSCI indexes will now automatically hold its stock. This is expected to drive higher demand, improve liquidity, and enhance price stability.
Metaplanet CEO Simon Gerovich described the move as validating the company’s growth and expanding market presence. He emphasized that it further strengthens Metaplanet’s position as Asia’s leading Bitcoin Treasury company, reinforcing its long-term strategy in the digital asset space.
The MSCI recognition comes on the heels of a transformative year for Metaplanet, which pivoted to a Bitcoin-first strategy in early 2024 after previously operating as a hotel developer. Its latest financial report revealed an unrealized gain of $36 million (5.46 billion yen) from Bitcoin holdings, with Bitcoin accounting for over 65% of total revenue. The shift, driven by Japan’s weakening yen and economic uncertainty, has significantly expanded Metaplanet’s shareholder base. By the end of 2024, the company had 50,000 investors—an increase of 500%—mainly retail traders benefiting from Japan’s NISA program, which offers tax-free stock investments.
Building on this momentum, Metaplanet has announced an ambitious plan to acquire 21,000 Bitcoin by 2026, positioning itself among the largest corporate Bitcoin holders worldwide. The initiative, unveiled on January 28, highlights the company’s commitment to cryptocurrency investment. Metaplanet will issue 21 million shares to fund the acquisition, aiming to raise ¥116.65 billion ($750 million)—the most considerable Bitcoin-related equity capital raised in Asia. Gerovich emphasized that the strategy is part of Metaplanet’s vision to lead Japan’s Bitcoin renaissance.
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