MSCI Updates Index Criteria, Putting MicroStrategy at Risk
MicroStrategy faces potential removal from major MSCI stock indexes under new rules targeting companies that function as investment vehicles.

MicroStrategy faces potential removal from major MSCI stock indexes under new rules targeting companies that function as investment vehicles.

MSCI’s new non-operating company rules threaten MicroStrategy’s index inclusion, with JPMorgan projecting $2.8 billion in potential passive selling if the company is removed.

MicroStrategy chairman Michael Saylor dismissed concerns over a potential MSCI index removal, as analysts warn of a possible $2.8 billion outflow in passive investments.

MicroStrategy has increased its Bitcoin holdings to 848,250 BTC after purchasing an additional 250 coins, with the total portfolio now valued at approximately $70.7 billion.

TD Cowen analysts warn that MicroStrategy's share dilution and financial obligations may cap returns for common shareholders despite bullish Bitcoin price forecasts.

TD Cowen has raised its 2029 Bitcoin price target to $280,000 and its 2026 year-end projection to $109,000, citing strong third-quarter performance.

Bitcoin dropped over 5% on October 6, 2026, triggering over $1 billion in liquidations across the crypto market within 24 hours.

StoneX analyst Mark Palmer explains the rationale behind the $435 price target for MicroStrategy and the company's focus on preferred stock buybacks.

Strategy shifted its capital allocation last week, spending $176.3 million on stock buybacks while purchasing only 334 Bitcoin.

Michael Saylor compared the volatility of Bitcoin and major tech stocks, while detailing the current state of MicroStrategy's equity and credit products.

Peter Schiff argues that MicroStrategy can no longer rely on preferred stock to fund its Bitcoin purchases, forcing the company to pivot to common stock sales.

MicroStrategy chairman Michael Saylor is backing rival firm Strive, aiming to boost the digital credit market through shared strategies and mutual investment.

Institutional investors poured $3.55 billion into crypto funds following the Federal Reserve's recent interest rate hike, marking the largest weekly inflow of 2026.

Miller Value Partners CIO Bill Miller IV has challenged MSCI’s proposed index screening rules, warning that the criteria could unfairly exclude major firms alongside Bitcoin treasury companies.

MicroStrategy has increased its Bitcoin holdings to 847,666 BTC following a $142.7 million purchase funded by recent stock sales.

MicroStrategy has acquired 1,665 Bitcoin and repurchased $152 million in shares as part of its ongoing balance-sheet management strategy.

Strategy Inc. has overtaken First Abu Dhabi Bank in market valuation, reaching $60,94 billion as its Bitcoin-focused treasury strategy continues to attract capital.

Michael Saylor has hinted at potential new Bitcoin acquisitions for Strategy, following a pattern of social media posts that often precede the company's regulatory disclosures.

Strategy has proposed a daily dividend model for its preferred stock series STRF, STRC, STRK, and STRD to improve liquidity and provide regular cash flow to investors.

MicroStrategy plans to shift four preferred share classes to a 365-day dividend accrual schedule to improve liquidity and reduce price volatility.
