Bitcoin
March 2, 2026
MicroStrategy’s stock has now declined for eight straight months. This shows the pressure on Bitcoin-linked equities as liquidity tightens and crypto prices remain volatile. MSTR closed recently around $129.50, down sharply from its late-2024 peak above $540. The company’s fourth-quarter 2025 results added to investor caution. The firm revealed a $12.4 billion net loss tied to the drop in Bitcoin’s price.
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How Saylor’s Bitcoin Strategy and 11.50% Yield Shape MSTR’s 2026 Outlook
At the same time, Strategy lifted the dividend on its STRC preferred shares to 11.50%. This is part of a monthly adjustment system designed to keep it trading near the $100 par value. The move allows investors to garner high income even while common shareholders endure volatility. Strategy has increasingly relied on preferred capital instead of diluting equity. The firm has raised nearly $7 billion through similar investments.
Despite the slowdown, Michael Saylor continues to expand the company’s Bitcoin exposure. Strategy holds 717,722 BTC, acquired at an average cost of about $76,020 per coin. With BTC trading way below this price level, the unrealized loss stands near $6.5 billion. The company also purchased an additional 592 BTC in February at roughly $67,286, maintaining its long-term accumulation strategy.
Amidst this, macro conditions aren’t very favorable. Rising oil prices and geopolitical tension have fueled inflation fears, pushing bond yields higher. According to the US Federal Reserve, tighter financial conditions reduce flows into higher-risk assets like cryptocurrencies and crypto-linked stocks. Bitcoin’s sensitivity to liquidity cycles has made Strategy’s equity particularly reactive during difficult phases.
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A Deeper Dive Into Bitcoin
Peter Schiff recently warned that Bitcoin could face deeper declines under weak liquidity conditions. The economist believes that Bitcoin could possibly crash to $20,000 if it loses its support around $50,000. At press time, Bitcoin was trading at $66,243.06 following a month’s crash of 20%. The asset went from trading at a high of $79,322.61 last month before plunging to a low of $60,074.20.
Despite this, the sentiment around Strategy remains positive. The average price target for the firm stands at $385.36. This highlights a 197% upside from current levels. Bullish projections reach as high as $705 while the lowest estimates still point to $185.
The current MSTR stock forecast reflects a divide. Strategy’s balance sheet is under pressure from Bitcoin’s decline, but other factors are aiding its growth. This includes the firm’s high yield, continued accumulation, and long-term positioning.
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