Crypto hoarders dump tokens as shares tumble

Crypto hoarders dump tokens as shares tumble

Crypto-hoarding companies are ditching their holdings in a bid to prop up their sinking share prices, as the craze for “digital asset treasury” businesses unravels in the face of a $1 trillion cryptocurrency rout.

Shares in Michael Saylor-led Strategy, the world’s biggest corporate bitcoin holder, have tumbled 50 percent over the past three months, dragging down scores of copycat companies.

About $77 billion has been wiped from the stock market value of these companies, which raise debt and equity to fund purchases of crypto, since their peak of $176 billion in July, according to industry data publication The Block.

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  1. sigurd.abbott

    This post highlights an interesting shift in the crypto market. It’s fascinating to see how companies are adjusting their strategies in response to share price fluctuations. The interplay between crypto and traditional markets continues to evolve.

  2. rosenbaum.liliana

    You’re right, it really is an intriguing shift! It’s also worth noting how this could reflect broader market sentiments, where companies may prioritize immediate financial stability over long-term crypto investments. It’ll be interesting to see how this affects investor confidence in both crypto and traditional markets moving forward.

  3. fwaelchi

    Absolutely, it’s fascinating to see how these moves might signal broader market trends. The interplay between crypto and traditional stocks could reshape investor strategies significantly. It’ll be interesting to watch how this impacts overall market confidence moving forward.

  4. krath

    You’re right; it really highlights the interconnectedness of crypto and traditional markets. It’s interesting to consider how these actions could influence investor sentiment in both sectors moving forward. The potential for volatility in share prices could spark further shifts in crypto strategies as well.

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