Michael Saylor's Strategy Shows $3.9 Billion Unrealized Bitcoin Profit for Third Quarter
Strategy reported $3.89 billion in unrealized gains on its Bitcoin holdings for the third quarter of 2025. According to Cointelegraph, the company filed this information with the US Securities and Exchange Commission. The filing also revealed a $1.12 billion deferred tax expense for the period.
The company holds 640,031 Bitcoin at an average purchase price below $74,000 per coin. Executive Chairman Michael Saylor confirmed on X that no new Bitcoin purchases occurred last week. This breaks Strategy's consistent weekly buying pattern maintained since April 2025.
The company's digital asset carrying value reached $73.21 billion as of September 30. A related deferred tax liability stood at $7.43 billion. CoinDesk reports that Strategy's total gains exceeded $9 billion when including post-quarter appreciation through early October. Bitcoin traded around $114,000 at quarter end but reached $124,500 by the weekend.
Impact on Corporate Treasury Strategy
Strategy's Q3 results demonstrate how corporate Bitcoin holdings can generate returns during price appreciation periods. The $3.9 billion gain reflects Bitcoin's price movement from approximately $74,000 average cost to over $114,000. This represents more than 50% appreciation on the company's treasury position.
We previously covered how institutional adoption accelerated in 2025, with major financial players expanding cryptocurrency offerings. Strategy's results validate the corporate treasury model that dozens of companies now follow. The firm raised over $5 billion in capital during Q3 to fund its Bitcoin strategy.
However, the company faces risks tied to Bitcoin's volatility. U.Today notes that Bitcoin swung between $60,000 and $120,000 over the past year. Strategy carries over $8 billion in debt and hundreds of millions in annual dividend payments. A price decline could force asset sales below cost to meet these obligations.
Broader Market Implications
Strategy's approach has reshaped how public companies view Bitcoin as a reserve asset. The company now owns approximately 2.5% of Bitcoin's total 21 million supply. Its market influence extends beyond direct holdings into broader institutional acceptance.
Public companies collectively held $109.49 billion in Bitcoin as of Q3 2025, according to market data. This represents a shift from retail-driven markets to institution-led price discovery. Corporate buyers provide consistent demand that supports Bitcoin prices during economic uncertainty.
The pause in weekly purchases may reflect strategic timing rather than a fundamental shift. Strategy's stock rose 2.5% in premarket trading following the Q3 announcement. The company's equity offerings continue providing capital for future Bitcoin acquisitions.
Traditional financial institutions are adapting to this new reality. Banks and asset managers now offer Bitcoin custody services and investment products. This infrastructure development makes corporate adoption more accessible. The trend toward Bitcoin treasury strategies appears likely to continue as more firms seek alternatives to cash reserves.
