151 Companies Now Hold Bitcoin on Balance Sheets

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Publicly traded companies holding Bitcoin have surged by 135% over the past year, with 151 companies incorporating it into their balance sheets by mid-2025, spearheaded by Strategy, led by Michael Saylor.

The surge in corporate Bitcoin holdings highlights institutional normalization and regulatory changes, affecting market stability and strategic asset allocation.

The inclusion of Bitcoin in corporate treasuries has witnessed significant growth, marked by 151 publicly traded companies now holding BTC, a 135% increase from last year. Strategy, formerly MicroStrategy, leads with the largest single corporate reserve.

The movement is driven by Michael Saylor, Strategy’s Executive Chairman. He notes,

“We prioritize Bitcoin as a treasury strategy and are committed to acquiring additional BTC.”

Firms embrace Bitcoin amid regulatory clarity, particularly FASB’s fair value accounting standards.

Corporate Bitcoin holdings amount to over 688,000 BTC, equivalent to $57 billion, reflecting continued confidence in digital assets. The shift affects institutional treasury strategies, though some experts foresee potential volatility if trends reverse.

This trend parallels MicroStrategy’s initial Bitcoin acquisitions in 2020-2021, enabling wider acceptance. The broader implications concern potential future volatility and risk of price fluctuations if large corporate holders adjust strategies.

Geoff Kendrick from Standard Chartered notes current buying pressure may eventually turn. He adds,

“But as these inefficiencies are eventually removed, we think Bitcoin treasuries could become a source of downside price pressure and volatility.”

This integration of Bitcoin into corporate assets continues to evolve, providing a dynamic lens into future strategic finance.