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Yahoo
14 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
This 1 Cryptocurrency Could Soar 20,000% Over the Next 21 Years, According to Michael Saylor of Strategy (MicroStrategy)
Billionaire Michael Saylor now thinks Bitcoin could hit a price of $21 trillion within 21 years. A significant boost in Bitcoin adoption by corporations and governments could lead to Bitcoin soaring in value by nearly 20,000%. At a price of $21 million, Bitcoin would be worth nearly 10 times the current value of the S&P 500. 10 stocks we like better than Bitcoin › On June 21, billionaire Michael Saylor, founder and executive chairman of Strategy (NASDAQ: MSTR) unveiled his latest price prediction for Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC): $21 million per coin. That's significantly higher than most mainstream Bitcoin predictions, which usually top out at around $1 million. A price of $21 million would require Bitcoin to soar in value by nearly 20,000%. It would be easy to dismiss this prediction as just a pie-in-the-sky fantasy, except for one important fact: Bitcoin is up an extraordinary 216,474,168% since it hit an all-time low of $0.05 back in July 2010. Back then, nobody could have possibly predicted that Bitcoin would reach its current price of $105,000. In a presentation ("The Power of 21") at a recent Bitcoin event in Prague, Saylor explained why he thinks Bitcoin will eventually hit a price of $21 million within the next 21 years. For one, Bitcoin has a capped lifetime supply of just 21 million coins. The capped lifetime supply introduces tremendous scarcity. This theoretically ensures that any significant increase in demand will send its price soaring. Secondly, Bitcoin is currently experiencing a period of rapid institutional adoption as investors race to add Bitcoin to their portfolios. If these investors decide to boost their crypto allocation by just a tiny amount, it could have a very significant impact on the price of Bitcoin. Finally, Bitcoin has emerged as a true gold alternative. Many investors now refer to Bitcoin as "digital gold." They view it as a long-term store of value and a potential hedge against inflation, just like gold. Putting all this together, Saylor thinks the path to $21 million is inevitable. If Bitcoin can grow at a steady rate of 29% per year for the next two decades, it can hit a price of $21 million by the year 2046. Last summer, at a Bitcoin event in Nashville, Saylor famously predicted that Bitcoin would hit a price of $13 million. At the time, Bitcoin was trading for just $65,000. Today, Bitcoin trades for $105,000 and now appears to have stronger tailwinds, thanks to the Trump administration's pro-crypto policies. In his "The Power of 21" presentation, Saylor specifically points out the new pro-crypto approach of the Trump administration, which has led to new euphoria around Bitcoin as an asset class. The White House has gone all-in on Bitcoin, even going so far as to establish a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve. While Saylor thinks that it will take 21 years for Bitcoin to hit $21 million, it's still a pretty incredible price target. Based on a Bitcoin coin supply of 21 million, that implies a future valuation of $441 trillion. By way of comparison, the S&P 500 is currently worth about $50 trillion. The total value of global investable assets is usually estimated to be around $250 trillion. So, you can see what needs to happen, right? Bitcoin needs to establish itself as the preeminent asset class in the world, and all global wealth must start to flow into Bitcoin. At some point within the next two decades, investors will need to boost their Bitcoin allocations from 1% to 100%. That's asking a lot of investors since it will require them to break one of the fundamental rules of investing: Always diversify your portfolio. Keep in mind, too, that Bitcoin has always been a very volatile asset, prone to boom-and-bust cycles. In order for Bitcoin to grow at a steady rate of 29% per year, investors have to assume that Bitcoin has finally broken out of this cycle. From here on out, it's upward only. Finally, keep this in mind: Saylor has a very real reason to promote a very high price for Bitcoin. His company Strategy is now the largest corporate holder of Bitcoin in the world. The company now holds 592,345 Bitcoins, equivalent to almost 3% of all the Bitcoin in the world. That's more Bitcoin than even the U.S. government holds. While the overall pace of Bitcoin adoption over the past year has been impressive, the math involved in Bitcoin hitting a price of $21 million requires a giant leap of faith. A more realistic price target might be $500,000 to $1 million. However, even if Bitcoin "only" grows by a multiple of 5x or 10x over the next decade, that would likely still make it among the top-performing assets in the world. Thus, I'm still long-term bullish on Bitcoin. 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The Motley Fool has positions in and recommends Bitcoin. The Motley Fool has a disclosure policy. This 1 Cryptocurrency Could Soar 20,000% Over the Next 21 Years, According to Michael Saylor of Strategy (MicroStrategy) was originally published by The Motley Fool Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
a day ago
- Business
- Yahoo
MSTR Expanding AI With Mosaic: Is the Stock Evolving Beyond Bitcoin?
MicroStrategy MSTR, doing business as 'Strategy,' has taken a significant step in expanding its AI capabilities with the general availability of Strategy Mosaic, an AI-powered Universal Intelligence Layer. This launch aligns with the company's shift toward cloud-first, subscription-based services and could contribute positively to revenue and earnings expectations by enhancing demand for its AI plans to scale its cloud offerings and deepen customer engagement. As enterprise demand for trusted, scalable AI infrastructure grows, the success of Mosaic may well determine the next chapter in MSTR's subscription-driven impact is already evident in the company's Subscription Services segment, which saw a 61.6% year-over-year increase in revenues, reaching $37.1 million in the first quarter of 2025. Mosaic complements this growth by allowing customers to integrate data from over 200 sources, automate semantic modeling and deliver AI-ready insights across tools like Power BI, Tableau and traditional one-time product licenses, Strategy's subscription offerings, now bolstered by Mosaic, deliver ongoing value through data governance, semantic consistency and integrated security. With Mosaic's AI-powered Studio, customers can dramatically speed up data preparation and metric creation using natural language, enhancing time-to-value and user adoption. These features are not just technological enhancements but also open doors for cross-selling within the cloud ecosystem. Riot Platforms RIOT is transforming its 600 MW of idle capacity into an AI and HPC hosting platform, targeting enterprise clients alongside its Bitcoin mining operations. Riot Platforms differentiates itself by offering physical AI compute infrastructure, positioning for long-term subscription revenues. While Strategy focuses on AI-enhanced analytics through its proprietary software suite, Riot Platforms competes by offering physical AI compute infrastructure. This strategic pivot underscores Riot Platforms' goal to become a major player in AI Holdings MARA is leveraging its advanced immersion-cooling tech and grid-responsive power control to enable co-located AI inference together with Bitcoin mining. The company is licensing its 2-phase immersion systems and collaborating with data-center operators. MARA Holdings positions itself as an AI infrastructure enabler. Unlike Strategy's focus on AI software analytics, MARA Holdings is building the physical backbone for AI deployments, highlighting a clear distinction in how both firms approach the AI opportunity. Shares of Strategy have gained 33.5% year to date compared with the Zacks Computer – Software industry's return of 13.5%. Image Source: Zacks Investment Research MSTR has a Value Score of F. It is currently trading at a Price/Book ratio of 3.21 compared to the sector's 9.94X. Image Source: Zacks Investment Research The Zacks Consensus Estimate for MSTR's 2025 loss is currently pegged at $15.73 per share, unchanged over the past 30 days. The estimate suggests a steep year-over-year decline of 134.08%. Image Source: Zacks Investment Research MSTR stock currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). You can see the complete list of today's Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here. Want the latest recommendations from Zacks Investment Research? Today, you can download 7 Best Stocks for the Next 30 Days. Click to get this free report MicroStrategy Incorporated (MSTR) : Free Stock Analysis Report Marathon Digital Holdings, Inc. (MARA) : Free Stock Analysis Report Riot Platforms, Inc. (RIOT) : Free Stock Analysis Report This article originally published on Zacks Investment Research ( Zacks Investment Research Sign in to access your portfolio
Leaders
2 days ago
- Health
- Leaders
In Photos: GCC Marks the International Day Against Drug Abuse, Illicit Trafficking
Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi, Secretary General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), emphasized the utmost priority given by GCC member states to combating drugs, explaining that this commitment stems from their belief in protecting societies and enhancing the security and safety of citizens. During the celebration of the International Day Against Drug Abuse and the Gulf Anti-Drug Week, Albudaiwi addressed attendees, including representatives from the Ministries of Interior and relevant officials from GCC member states. He remarked, 'This occasion embodies the commitment of the GCC member states to continue collective and joint Gulf action.' A Unified Strategy for Drug Control Albudaiwi highlighted the Gulf Strategy for Combating Drugs (2025 – 2028) as a comprehensive framework. He explained, 'This strategy is based on key pillars, including reducing the supply and demand for drugs.' The strategy aims to dry up sources of drugs while promoting alternative development and enhancing the Gulf legislative system. He added, 'Combating drugs is a collective responsibility that requires integrated action, sustained effort, and close cooperation.' This approach involves collaboration between governments, societies, and individuals to effectively address drug-related issues. Albudaiwi underscored the vital role of families and society in drug prevention. He stated, 'They constitute the first line of defense against drugs through conscious upbringing, open dialogue, and continuous care.' Schools, media, religious leaders, and civil society institutions also play crucial roles in spreading awareness. He further emphasized, 'The family has a significant and valuable role in providing emotional and social support.' This support creates a stable environment that boosts the self-confidence of recovering individuals and encourages them to rebuild their lives. Supporting Recovery and Reintegration The Secretary General affirmed the importance of integrating recovering addicts into society. He noted, 'The GCC states have been keen to establish hospitals, centres, and institutions dedicated to this matter.' These facilities provide treatment and rehabilitation programs, ensuring active participation in society. Albudaiwi expressed pride in the cooperation with strategic partners across GCC member states, saying, 'We are keen to bolster these partnerships to ensure coordination and integration at the regional and international levels.' This collaboration aims to build safe, drug-free societies that protect future generations from the dangers of drug abuse. Short link : Post Views: 16
Leader Live
2 days ago
- Business
- Leader Live
Trio of trade deals ‘restored identity' of UK, PM says as trade plan unveiled
Since Donald Trump's tariff announcements in April, the UK has reached new agreements with the US, India and the EU. Sir Keir said the deals showed 'that even in this volatile world, Britain is proudly, unashamedly, defiantly even, open for business, and today's trade strategy builds on that'. The Government's Trade Strategy aims to boost opportunities for UK businesses, particularly in the service sector, to export internationally, and vows to protect domestic firms from global threats to free trade. It comes at a time of heightened uncertainty following Donald Trump's tariff announcements in April, which have hiked charges on most US imports in a bid to boost home-grown production and support US businesses. In the paper, ministers pledge to 'confront the threat that protectionism poses to the UK by significantly upgrading our trade defence toolkit'. This includes clamping down on unfair trading practices, such as the 'dumping' of goods at low costs in foreign markets, which is believed to disadvantage domestic businesses. In the wake of the tariff announcements, some British retailers raised concerns that Chinese products were being rerouted from the US and deposited on UK and European online marketplaces like Shein and Amazon. Meanwhile, the strategy outlines measures to make it easier for UK firms to export, including reducing barriers to trading overseas and improving access to finance. Sir Keir suggested he would pursue a series of small deals rather than solely focusing on major trade agreements with countries. 'But perhaps most importantly, in this uncertain and challenging world, we will also give ourselves new powers on trade defence,' he said. 'To make sure that if your businesses are threatened by practices like dumping, that we have the right powers to defend you.' Business and Trade Secretary Jonathan Reynolds said: 'The UK is an open trading nation but we must reconcile this with a new geopolitical reality and work in our own national interest. 'Our Trade Strategy will sharpen our trade defence so we can ensure British businesses are protected from harm, while also relentlessly pursuing every opportunity to sell to more markets under better terms than before.' In the plan, the Government pledged to introduce new laws to expand its power to respond to unfair trade practices, guarding under-threat sectors such as steel. Mr Reynolds said that a 'central problem is a lot of global overcapacity, mainly coming from China, and some associated countries' in relation to steel production. 'If we want a steel industry in any Western European economy we've got to take appropriate measures to defend that,' he said. 'We obviously have a relatively smaller steel industry… I'm doing some work on that to make sure it doesn't get any smaller.' The Government has said it wants to hear from steel producers and businesses across the supply chain about how future trade measures and safeguards should be shaped. Mr Reynolds stressed that leaders would 'not sit by idly while cheap imports threaten to undercut UK industry'.
Business Insider
3 days ago
- Business
- Business Insider
Michael Saylor's Strategy Has a '91% Chance' at S&P 500 Glory, If Bitcoin Behaves
Michael Saylor's Strategy (MSTR) is closing in on something Wall Street never expected from a Bitcoin-heavy company: inclusion in the S&P 500. According to financial analyst Jeff Walton, there's a 91% chance the firm will qualify by the end of Q2 — if Bitcoin holds the line above $95,240. Confident Investing Starts Here: Easily unpack a company's performance with TipRanks' new KPI Data for smart investment decisions Receive undervalued, market resilient stocks right to your inbox with TipRanks' Smart Value Newsletter Why that level matters: S&P 500 entry requires companies to post positive earnings across the last four quarters. MSTR has posted losses in the last three. But under new accounting rules, the firm now marks its Bitcoin at market value — meaning if BTC stays high, Strategy's Q2 earnings could flip positive, and the company becomes eligible. It All Rides on Bitcoin Holding the Line Bitcoin was trading at $106,200 as of publication. That gives Saylor breathing room, but not much. Walton's analysis found that since 2014, Bitcoin has dropped more than 10% over a six-day span just 8.7% of the time, meaning there's a strong statistical chance the price will hold above $95K into the June 30 deadline. Every day that passes without a crash increases Strategy's odds: 5 days left: 92.4% chance BTC doesn't drop 10% 4 days left: 93.4% 3 days: 94.5% 2 days: 95.8% 1 day: 97.6% So long as Bitcoin stays strong, Strategy's quarterly earnings turn green, and the S&P gate swings open. S&P 500 Braces for Another Crypto Entrant If it happens, Strategy would be the second crypto-related company to join the S&P 500 this year, after Coinbase's addition in May. For crypto evangelists, it's not just a win for Saylor — it's a step toward full financial system legitimacy. 'This cements the legitimacy of an entire asset class,' said Bitpace CRO Meryem Habibi, summing up what many in the industry are thinking. It would also mark Strategy's second major index addition, following its entry into the Nasdaq-100 in December 2024. But a Shock to Bitcoin's Price Could Still Derail It All A sudden drop in Bitcoin, especially from geopolitical tensions or macro shocks, could still spoil the party. Just last weekend, fears around Iran-Israel conflict knocked BTC below $100K for the first time since May. If BTC closes below $95,240 by June 30, Strategy's Q2 earnings won't be enough. That would push its S&P eligibility back at least another quarter. What This Means for Strategy Stock Strategy's stock has long traded as a high-volatility proxy for Bitcoin, and investors have rewarded it. The firm holds over 592,000 BTC, more than any other public company. S&P 500 inclusion could bring an influx of institutional money. Index funds would be required to buy MSTR, and the added credibility could give its shares a premium beyond just Bitcoin's price. But it also puts Strategy more squarely in Wall Street's crosshairs. Higher scrutiny, tighter reporting, and more macro exposure may challenge Saylor's vision of a Bitcoin treasury fortress. Is MicroStrategy a Good Stock to Buy? MicroStrategy, now rebranded as Strategy, has drawn strong support from Wall Street analysts. According to TipRanks, the stock holds a Strong Buy rating. 12 out of 13 analysts currently call it a Buy, with just one lone Sell and zero Hold ratings. The average 12-month MSTR price target sits at $524.92—implying a 39.2% upside from the recent close.
