Bitcoin treasury firm Strategy is preparing to rely more heavily on preferred stock offerings to finance future Bitcoin purchases, signaling a shift away from issuing common equity. CEO Phong Le said the company plans to transition from traditional equity capital toward preferred capital as it refines its long-term funding model.
Preferred Stock Becomes Core Funding Strategy
Strategy’s perpetual preferred stock, branded as STRC, was introduced in July and offers an annual dividend exceeding 11%, targeting investors seeking steady income. The product represents the company’s fourth perpetual preferred issuance and is designed to raise capital for Bitcoin acquisitions without diluting common shareholders.
Unlike common stock sales, which can pressure share prices through dilution, preferred shares provide structured returns while preserving equity value. Le acknowledged that the product requires continued market education but expects it to become a significant financing vehicle over the coming year.
STRC Returns to Par Value
STRC recently returned to its $100 par value for the first time since mid-January. The recovery follows a dip below $94 earlier this month when Bitcoin briefly fell under $60,000. With the preferred shares now trading at par, Strategy has renewed flexibility to raise additional capital.
Despite speculation about consolidation in the crypto treasury sector, Le dismissed the idea of acquiring rival firms at discounted valuations. He emphasized that expanding Bitcoin holdings directly remains the company’s primary objective.
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