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Strategy’s near-$80 billion Bitcoin treasury is closing in on the massive cash reserves of global tech leaders, such as Microsoft and Amazon. On October 9, the company’s 640,031 BTC briefly exceeded $80 billion in value after Bitcoin hit a record high of $126,080, according to data shared on X. The valuation now places Strategy’s holdings in proximity to those of Amazon, Google, and Microsoft, which each report between $95 billion and $97 billion in cash or equivalents.
The milestone has not only elevated Strategy’s standing among corporate giants but has also reignited discussion about Bitcoin’s role as a modern treasury asset. Microsoft’s shareholders, for example, rejected a December proposal to consider adding Bitcoin to its corporate reserves, citing uncertainty.
Yet, Strategy’s bold and consistent acquisitions continue to fuel conversations across Wall Street about whether more companies should follow its path. Still, one question emerges: Could Bitcoin become a standard corporate reserve asset in an era of economic volatility and rising debt?
Strategy’s growth comes from disciplined accumulation and rising market value. Through regular Bitcoin purchases financed by equity and low-cost capital, the company built one of the largest corporate crypto treasuries in history. Its strategy transformed what was once seen as a speculative move into a structured financial model.
These purchases pushed Strategy’s total reserves beyond those of Nvidia, Apple, and Meta. Meta shareholders had previously considered adopting Bitcoin as a treasury asset but voted against the proposal in June. Tesla remains the only other top-tier firm holding Bitcoin, with 11,509 BTC worth approximately $1.4 billion, a small share of its $37 billion treasury.
Meanwhile, Berkshire Hathaway leads all firms with an estimated $344 billion in cash reserves. Strategy’s progress positions it just below this tier, suggesting Bitcoin is increasingly viewed as a serious balance sheet component.
The market conditions for Bitcoin are undergoing rapid development. According to the current market data released on Tuesday, Bitcoin fell 2.11% in the last day after reaching its high of $124,400 the day before. Through this dip, volume trading increased by 20.33% to reach $82.09 billion, indicating increased activity and profit-taking. Bitcoin has a volume-to-market capitalization ratio of 3.39, which is supported by a current supply of 19.93 million BTC, indicating that it remains actively engaged in the market.
JPMorgan analysts referred to Bitcoin and gold as potentially being a part of a debasement trade, which is touted as an insurance against inflation of the U.S. dollar and the national debt of $38 trillion. Larry Fink, one of the CEOs of BlackRock, who previously criticized crypto, has now said that Bitcoin may reach $700,000 when it is exposed to long-term inflationary pressure.
The recent slowdown of Bitcoin, which has seen it gain immensely, is an indication of consolidation as traders await new impetuses. However, the success story of Strategy still has an impact on the financial discourse, demonstrating how digital assets can be used in conjunction with traditional treasury management. Its strategy of non-hypocrisy, consistency, and long-term belief has become a standard among companies seeking to use Bitcoin as a strategic store of value.
Strategy’s $80 billion Bitcoin treasury marks a defining shift in corporate asset management. By steadily acquiring Bitcoin, the company has joined the ranks of the world’s largest treasury holders, rivaling cash-rich giants like Microsoft and Amazon.
Read more: Bitcoin Price at $112,000 as MicroStrategy Buys More, is the Next Stop $120,000?
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