Metaplanet, a Tokyo-based Bitcoin treasury company, has announced a buyback of its own shares after a board meeting on October 28, 2025. The move comes as the company works to rebuild investor confidence, after its market-based net asset value (mNAV) dropped recently following Bitcoin (BTC) price swings. This step is part of Metaplanet’s ongoing Bitcoin strategy that started earlier this year in April.
Metaplanet now ranks among the biggest companies in the world holding Bitcoin, with 30,823 BTC valued at around $3.5 billion. According to the BitcoinTreasuries.net, it now ranks as the fourth-largest listed Bitcoin holder worldwide and the biggest in Asia. The company’s decision to buy back its shares comes as part of its broader plan to maximize BTC yield and enhance capital efficiency.
Board approval and strategy alignment
Metaplanet’s President Simon Gerovich announced the new initiative on X, stating, “Metaplanet has established a share repurchase program to enhance capital efficiency and maximize BTC Yield. The Board also approved a credit facility to enable flexible execution as part of the company’s capital allocation strategy.”
The board has approved a $500 million (¥76.4 billion) credit line backed by Metaplanet’s Bitcoin holdings to fund the buyback. This means the company can borrow money using its Bitcoin as collateral and use it for new investments, business growth, or more share purchases. Additionally, Metaplanet stated that this action will support its long-term financial goals and prepare the ground for potential future share offers.
Repurchase details and market reaction
Metaplanet also plans to repurchase up to 150 million common shares, about 13.13% of its total issued shares. The company has allocated approximately ¥75 billion ($500 million) for this initiative, which will run from October 29, 2025, to October 28, 2026. All purchases will occur on the Tokyo Stock Exchange under a discretionary trading agreement.
As of October 28, Metaplanet had a total of 1.14 billion shares in circulation, not counting the 25,939 shares it already holds in treasury. Yahoo Finance data shows Metaplanet’s stock (3350.T) closed at ¥499, up ¥11 or 2.25%, showing that investors reacted positively to the news.
Metaplanet’s move shows companies starting to use Bitcoin in smarter financial ways. It could inspire more firms to blend crypto assets with their regular business and investment strategies.
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