MicroStrategy Chairman Michael Saylor announced that the structure known as the company with the largest Bitcoin (BTC) treasury has raised the March 2026 dividend rate for its STRC preferred share (Stretch) from 11.25% to 11.50%, as he announced on social media. STRC is perpetual, with no redemption obligation on any date by the company and features a monthly variable yield. According to the update on the company website on Friday, the dividend rate is adjusted monthly to encourage trading around STRC’s $100 par value and reduce price volatility; the next payment will be made on March 31.
Source: X.com, @saylor (Michael Saylor)
MicroStrategy’s STRC Preferred Share and BTC Financing
In February, MicroStrategy CEO Phong Le stated that they have shifted to issuing preferred shares instead of common shares to finance BTC purchases; last year, $7 billion was raised with Stretch and perpetual preferred shares. This strategy helps the company raise capital against market fluctuations. The STRC dividend increase supports the plan to grow the BTC treasury by offering more attractive returns to investors.
MicroStrategy Breaks Records in BTC Purchases
The company continues to accumulate BTC despite market downturns; most recently, it reached a total of 717,722 BTC by purchasing 592 BTC in the week of February 16. This move reflects Michael Saylor’s long-term vision of BTC as “digital gold.” Click here for detailed BTC analysis.
A history of Strategy’s BTC purchases. Source: Strategy
BTC Market Performance and Year-to-Date Losses
Since the beginning of the year, BTC has lost 23.2% in value. Current price $66,021.63 (+1.35% 24h), RSI 39.77 (oversold signal), downward trend. A net loss of $12.4 billion was reported in Q4 2025; MSTR stock fell 75% from its November 2024 peak to $129.50.
Strategy’s stock performance over the last year. Source: Yahoo Finance
BTC Technical Analysis: Critical Support and Resistance Levels
Current technical data for BTC:
| Level | Price | Score | Distance | Sources |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S1 (Strong Support) | $64,392 | 72/100 ⭐ | -2.54% | BB Lower, Fibo 0.114 |
| S2 | $62,510 | 69/100 ⭐ | -5.39% | Donchian Lower |
| R1 (Strong Resistance) | $67,681 | 69/100 ⭐ | +2.44% | R1, Prev Day High |
| R2 | $78,962 | 64/100 ⭐ | +19.51% | Fibo 0.500 |
EMA 20: $68,450 (price below, bearish). Supertrend bearish. BTC futures details here.
Risks and Opportunities for MSTR Investors
- Risk: BTC volatility affects MSTR; Q4 loss as an example.
- Opportunity: STRC dividend at 11.50% offers stable returns, BTC rally potential.
- Expert opinion: MicroStrategy leads as an institutional BTC adopter; regulations after old events like Mt. Gox strengthen the treasury strategy.
The Future of MicroStrategy’s BTC Treasury
The company’s 717k+ BTC promises massive gains in a market recovery. The dividend increase could accelerate capital inflows. Investors should monitor the S1 support level.
Source: https://en.coinotag.com/microstrategy-raises-strc-dividend-to-1150
