Metaplanet Stock Plummets 50% Amidst Aggressive Bitcoin Expansion

Shares of Metaplanet, a Japanese cryptocurrency firm, have experienced a dramatic decline of over 50% since mid-June 2025, sparking alarm among investors. The company’s strategic shift towards expanding its Bitcoin holdings is driving this stock plunge. Analysts believe it is one of the most significant financial decisions in Japan’s history. Metaplanet will soon seek shareholder approval to issue up to 555 million preferred shares, raising approximately $3.8 billion to fuel these investments.