Tesla Keeps Bitcoin Holdings Steady Despite $173 Million Digital Asset Loss

Elon Musk’s Tesla reported no changes to its Bitcoin holdings during the first quarter of 2026, maintaining a total of 11,509 BTC. At Bitcoin’s current price of roughly $78,000, the company’s digital asset holdings are valued at about $880 million, according to its latest quarterly earnings report.

Despite holding steady, Tesla recorded an after-tax fair value loss of $173 million on its digital assets. The loss followed a decline in Bitcoin prices, which fell from around $90,000 at the beginning of the year to approximately $68,000 by the end of March, reducing the overall valuation of Tesla’s crypto reserves.

Earnings Beat Expectations While Revenue Falls Short

Tesla reported mixed financial results for the quarter. Revenue reached $22.39 billion, slightly below analyst expectations of $22.71 billion. However, earnings per share came in at $0.41, exceeding the consensus forecast of $0.37. Following the announcement, Tesla’s TSLA shares rose about 4% in after-hours trading, reflecting investor optimism despite the revenue miss.

Tesla’s Long-Term Bitcoin Strategy Remains Consistent

Tesla first entered the cryptocurrency market in February 2021, purchasing 43,200 BTC worth approximately $1.5 billion. About a month later, the company sold 4,320 BTC, roughly 10% of its holdings, to test market liquidity.

During the crypto bear market in July 2022, Tesla reduced its holdings to 9,720 BTC. A modest increase in January 2025 raised the total to 11,509 BTC, where it has remained unchanged through early 2026.

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