The price of Bitcoin experienced a significant decline of 21% over a ten-day period, reaching the $61,000 mark for the first time in four months. This downturn is linked to Strategy (MSTR US), which announced a pause in its Bitcoin purchases amidst tighter liquidity conditions.
Since March, Strategy has accumulated 126,016 BTC at a cost of $9.31 billion, but recently redirected $1.38 billion from cash raised through equity sales to buy back corporate debt. The decision to halt Bitcoin accumulation was announced on May 15 and comes as the company’s preferred stock, STRC, slips below the $100 threshold.
Despite having raised $7.5 billion through preferred stock issuances in early 2026, Strategy now faces challenges with its cash position reduced to $900 million, which can only sustain dividends for six months. The company's 11% net leverage ratio remains a critical financial indicator as it navigates these difficulties.