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Metaplanet posted a net loss on its Bitcoin holdings of 104.6 billion yen ($680 million), reflecting last year’s market decline in the value of its digital assets.
Important points:
- MetaPlante reported a $680 million drop in the price of Bitcoin that will cost more money but does not affect cash flow.
- This drop in price reflects the increasing trend of Bitcoin, with the economy rising to 35,000 BTC.
- Bitcoin’s investment strategy has led to a rise in investment forecasts.
The company said The press released it on Monday These losses are recorded as non-operating expenses and do not affect cash flow or day-to-day operations.
However, accounting costs are expected to have a significant impact on the results recorded for the financial year ending December 2025.
Metaplanet expects to lose up to $640 million after writing down Bitcoin’s price readings.
Including Bitcoin-related notes, Metaplanet now expects to record a consolidated loss of 98.56 billion yen ($640 million) and a consolidated loss of 76.63 billion yen ($498 million).
The company also expected a total loss attributable to shareholders of 54.02 billion yen ($351 million). The final payment is expected to be announced on February 16.
“Although the short-term volatility affects our business model, our medium and long-term strategy for Bitcoin and its investment strategy remains on track,” Metaplanet said, emphasizing its commitment to keep Bitcoin as a valuable asset.
The size of the losses reflects the company’s Bitcoin boom over the past year. By the end of 2025, the value of Bitcoin held by Metaplanet reached 35,102 BTC, a significant increase from 1,762 BTC last year.
According to what was previously reported by CEO Simon Jerovich, the company spent $ 451.06 million in the fourth quarter of 2025 to expand its assets, paying a price of $ 105,412 per bitcoin.
Bitcoin was trading around $87,500 at the end of December.
Despite the headline loss, Metaplanet raised its full-year 2025 forecast, citing stronger-than-expected performance in Bitcoin’s mining operations.
The sector, which relies on derivatives and options, has been increasing its revenue streams.
The company now expects annual revenue of 8.9 billion yen ($57.8 million), an increase of 31% from the forecast, while operating expenses are expected to be 6.3 billion yen ($41 million), representing an increase of 33.8%.
Metaplanet also noted that additional financing, including the issuance of non-convertible Class B shares and an option to obtain a $500 million loan, is the reason for the restructuring upgrade.
Metaplanet is aiming for significant growth by 2026 despite lower share prices
Looking ahead, Metaplanet predicts revenue of ¥16 billion ($104 million) and operating income of ¥11.4 billion ($74 million) in fiscal 2026, with the Bitcoin investment sector expected to account for most of this growth.
Tokyo-listed Metaplanet shares fell 7.03% on Monday to 476 yen, while US-traded shares closed Friday.
Last month, the owners of MetaPlanet approved five proposals in a surprise meeting, paving the way for two new classes of assets that they love to fund Bitcoin while providing a monthly income statement.
A company listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange now has the option of raising capital through dividend-paying deals instead of increasing the ownership of ordinary shareholders.
A note Japanese company Metaplanet lost $680 million due to its Bitcoin investment appeared for the first time Cryptonews Arabic.
