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##Introduction

In the history of Wall Street, legendary stories are never in short supply, and MicroStrategy's (now renamed Strategy) journey of <a href="/price/bitcoin-btc" target="_blank" class="blog_inner_link">Bitcoin</a> transformation is undoubtedly one of the most unique chapters. From a software company with annual revenue of only $500 million to the world's largest publicly traded company holding Bitcoin, MicroStrategy's story is full of thrilling capital operations and adventurous spirit. However, as Bitcoin prices fluctuate dramatically, the risks of this gamble are gradually emerging. This article will deeply analyze MicroStrategy's investment logic, the challenges it currently faces, and the potential risks in the future.

##From Software Company to Bitcoin Whale: MicroStrategy's Capital Operation Legend

MicroStrategy's transformation began in August 2020. At that time, company chairman Michael Saylor made the decision to invest the entire $250 million idle cash on its balance sheet into Bitcoin. This move marked MicroStrategy as the first publicly traded company globally to incorporate Bitcoin into its balance sheet. Since then, the company has not only continued to increase its Bitcoin holdings but has also leveraged convertible senior notes and stock financing to buy more Bitcoin. As of now, MicroStrategy holds 528,185 Bitcoins, accounting for 2.5% of the global supply.

This "spiral ramp-up" capital operation model is astonishing. The company raises funds through low-interest borrowing and stock issuance to purchase Bitcoin, and as Bitcoin prices rise, the company's stock price soars, driving more funds to <a href="/price/flow-flow" target="_blank" class="blog_inner_link">flow</a> in. However, this model is not without cost. MicroStrategy's main business (enterprise analytics software) has performed poorly, with consecutive quarterly losses, and the company's profitability almost entirely depends on the unrealized gains of its Bitcoin holdings.

What's more concerning is that MicroStrategy's Bitcoin investment strategy has not only changed the company's own fate but also stirred up huge <a href="/price/waves-waves" target="_blank" class="blog_inner_link">waves</a> in the capital market. Its stock price soared from $12 in 2020 to a peak of $500, with its market value surpassing $100 billion, and single-day trading volume even once surpassed NVIDIA. However, behind all this is a gamble on <a href="/price/bitcoin-btc" target="_blank" class="blog_inner_link">Bitcoin price</a> trends.

##Concerns Under Bitcoin Price Fluctuation: MicroStrategy's Fragile Balance

Recently, as Bitcoin prices fell from their high to $75,000, MicroStrategy's financial situation is facing severe tests. According to the 8-K document submitted by the company to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), MicroStrategy clearly stated that if it cannot generate sufficient cash flow to repay its debts, it may be forced to sell Bitcoin to alleviate liquidity pressure.

Currently, MicroStrategy's Bitcoin holdings cost $67,458 per Bitcoin, with a total value of approximately $40.1 billion. Although there is no immediate pressure for rigid repayment, if Bitcoin prices continue to fall below the cost line, the company may encounter a series of chain reactions. First, asset shrinkage could lead to a credit rating downgrade, further increasing refinancing costs. Secondly, according to accounting standards, the principal of outstanding convertible notes may be reclassified as current liabilities, further worsening the company's net working capital.

The greater hidden danger lies in its fragile cash flow. MicroStrategy's software business generates only $500 million in annual revenue, far from enough to cover debt interest and necessary capital expenditures. If Bitcoin prices continue to decline, the company may have to issue more stock, pledge Bitcoin for loans, or even sell part of its holdings to maintain operations. In such a scenario, MicroStrategy may not only lose its market position as a "Bitcoin shadow stock" but also impact the Bitcoin market itself.

##Risk of Collapse and Future Uncertainty: MicroStrategy's Fate Gamble

Although MicroStrategy's risk of collapse is controllable in the short term, in the medium to long term, its fate is highly dependent on Bitcoin price trends and changes in the external market environment. If Bitcoin prices fall to $50,000, the company may respond to liquidity crises through pledged loans or small-scale sales. However, if prices further drop to $30,000, the company may face more severe debt default risks and may even be forced to sell more than 100,000 Bitcoins on a large scale. In this scenario, MicroStrategy could become the largest selling pressure source in the Bitcoin market, triggering a "spiral downward" in prices.

Furthermore, with debts concentrated to mature between 2027 and 2029, the company will face enormous repayment pressure. If Bitcoin prices are at a cyclical low at that time, MicroStrategy may find it difficult to complete debt refinancing and may even trigger cross-default clauses, further expanding the debt snowball effect.

Nevertheless, Michael Saylor's strong control and firm belief in Bitcoin remain important factors in maintaining market confidence. As the chairman holding 46.8% of the voting rights, Saylor can block liquidation proposals and attract more investors through a "missionary-style" Bitcoin narrative. However, whether this belief can withstand the test during debt peaks and market troughs remains unknown.

MicroStrategy's Bitcoin investment strategy was once seen as a capital operation miracle on Wall Street, but now it has become a high-risk gamble. In the short term, the company can still maintain operations through stock issuance or pledged loans, but in the long term, its fate depends on whether Bitcoin prices can continue to rise and changes in market conditions.

For investors, MicroStrategy's story provides an important lesson: high returns are often accompanied by high risks. Whether MicroStrategy becomes a legend in the Bitcoin bull market or collapses in the market trough, this company will be an important case in the history of capital markets and cryptocurrency.
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<div>Author:** Orisi.T**, Gate.io Researcher
<div>Translator: Orisi.T
<div class="info-tips">\*This article represents only the views of the researcher and does not constitute any investment suggestions. All investments carry inherent risks; prudent decision-making is essential.
<div>\*Gate.io reserves all rights to this article. Reposting of the article will be permitted provided Gate.io is referenced. In all cases, legal action will be taken due to copyright infringement.
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MicroStrategy achieved transformation through Bitcoin investment, but its future fate depends on Bitcoin prices, facing high risks and uncertainty.

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Is MicroStrategy's Bitcoin story a legend of capital operation or a risky gamble?