Strategy has maintained the annualized dividend rate on its STRC perpetual preferred stock at 11.5% for June, extending a four-month streak of unchanged payouts despite growing competition from rival Bitcoin treasury firms offering higher yields.
The company announced on June 1 that holders of its STRC preferred shares, known as Stretch, will continue to receive monthly dividends at the current rate. The payout amounts to approximately $0.96 per $100 of shares per month. Funds raised through the stock program are used to support the Strategy’s ongoing Bitcoin acquisition strategy.
Stretch Dividend Rate maintained at 11.50% for June 2026. $STRC pic.twitter.com/hp4csYkkoi
— Strategy (@Strategy) June 1, 2026
The announcement comes as investors closely monitor the company’s capital-raising efforts and Bitcoin accumulation plans, especially amid rising competition from other corporate Bitcoin-focused firms.
Strategy maintains dividend rate for fourth straight month
Strategy, the largest corporate holder of Bitcoin, has now kept the STRC dividend unchanged for four consecutive months. The decision had been widely watched by investors, with some expecting a higher payout to improve the stock’s appeal.
Executive Chairman Michael Saylor and Chief Executive Officer Phong Le highlighted the update on social media as the company continues to engage shareholders and the broader crypto community.
The company is also seeking shareholder approval to move STRC dividend payments from monthly to semi-monthly distributions while maintaining the 11.5% annualized rate. According to Strategy, the proposal could reduce reinvestment delays, improve liquidity, increase market efficiency, and support greater price stability. Voting on the measure is scheduled to close on June 8.
STRC trades below par value
STRC shares have remained below their $100 par value for more than two weeks. The stock closed Friday at $98.99, up 0.43% on the day, while recording strong trading activity.
The performance comes as Strategy temporarily paused Bitcoin purchases while completing a convertible notes buyback program. Market participants are now watching for signs that the company could resume larger Bitcoin acquisitions in the coming weeks.
Additionally, Strategy moved more than 411 Bitcoin to Coinbase Prime, marking the company’s first known direct transfer to a crypto exchange in nearly two years. On-chain data from Arkham Intelligence and Lookonchain showed two separate transfers totalling 411.48 BTC, worth around $30.3 million at current prices.
Strive’s SATA adds pressure with higher yield
Competition has intensified following Strive’s SATA preferred stock offering, which currently carries a 13% dividend rate. The company has also announced plans to switch to daily dividend payments beginning June 16.
The higher yield has attracted some income-focused investors seeking alternatives to STRC. SATA shares closed at $100.01 on Friday, while trading volume surged well above average levels, reflecting strong market interest.
Despite the competition, STRC continues to attract institutional investors, while Strategy remains focused on expanding its Bitcoin holdings. Saylor recently signalled that additional Bitcoin purchases could be forthcoming, renewing attention on the company’s aggressive treasury strategy.
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