Strategy buys 4,603 BTC for $370M, repurchases $152M in shares

Strategy, led by Michael Saylor, has announced significant financial maneuvers including the acquisition of 4,603 bitcoins for $370 million, an increase of USD cash reserves by $29 million, and the repurchase of $152 million worth of STRC shares. As of August 30, 2026, the company holds 845,050 bitcoins and $6.71 billion in USD assets, with a net leverage of 0.0%. This shift towards a more cash-backed capital structure, while maintaining a robust bitcoin treasury, underscores Strategy’s confidence in its financial health and competitive position. The market response to Strategy’s announcement appears to support a positive outlook for STRC’s performance, as evidenced by the increase in the probability of STRC hitting $100 by December 31, 2026. Recent activity suggests that participants view these developments as consistent with scenarios in which STRC’s value could rise, reflecting optimism about the company’s financial strategies and its implications for STRC. The December 31 sub-market for STRC reaching $100 currently shows an 84% likelihood, up from 80% a day prior and 66% a week ago. The September 30 sub-market, however, has seen a decrease to 42.5%, from 48% the previous day, i...