MicroStrategy's Winning Streak: How Bitcoin Holdings Sparked a $1.92B Blow to Short Sellers
Portfolio Pulse from Anusuya Lahiri
MicroStrategy Inc (NASDAQ:MSTR) has caused short sellers to incur losses of $1.92 billion since March, due to its significant bitcoin holdings and the stock's performance surpassing Bitcoin itself. The SEC's approval of spot bitcoin ETFs has mainstreamed cryptocurrency investments, impacting short positions against companies like Coinbase and CleanSpark, Inc (NASDAQ:CLSK), with losses of $593.50 million and $106.40 million respectively. MicroStrategy plans to further increase its bitcoin holdings, already at nearly 190,000 bitcoins by the end of 2023, by raising funds through convertible debt sales. Despite challenges, such as a 280% increase in the cost of refinancing its convertible bonds, MicroStrategy's stock has surged 390% since late 2020. Investors can also gain exposure to MicroStrategy through ETFs like First Trust SkyBridge Crypto Industry And Digital Economy ETF (NYSE:CRPT) and Advisor Managed Portfolios Miller Value Partners Appreciation ETF (NYSE:MVPA).
April 11, 2024 | 6:19 pm
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CleanSpark, Inc faces significant short seller losses totaling $106.40 million, reflecting the broader market's bullish stance on cryptocurrency-related stocks.
The losses incurred by short sellers betting against CleanSpark indicate a positive market sentiment towards cryptocurrency-related stocks, suggesting a potential short-term uplift in CLSK's stock price.
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First Trust SkyBridge Crypto Industry And Digital Economy ETF offers investors exposure to MicroStrategy, potentially benefiting from the company's strong performance and strategic bitcoin holdings.
As an ETF that includes MicroStrategy in its holdings, CRPT may see a positive impact from MicroStrategy's performance and strategic moves in the cryptocurrency space.
CONFIDENCE 75
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MicroStrategy's strategic bitcoin investments have led to a significant rally, causing substantial losses for short sellers and indicating a strong market confidence in its cryptocurrency strategy.
MicroStrategy's aggressive bitcoin acquisition strategy and the subsequent market reaction underscore the company's strong position and investor confidence, likely leading to a positive short-term impact on its stock price.
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Advisor Managed Portfolios Miller Value Partners Appreciation ETF, offering exposure to MicroStrategy, could benefit from the company's bitcoin strategy and market performance.
MVPA, by offering exposure to MicroStrategy, stands to benefit from the company's positive market performance and strategic bitcoin acquisitions, suggesting a favorable short-term outlook.
CONFIDENCE 75
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