Investing in Strategy, a company heavily invested in Bitcoin, is like riding a rollercoaster. The stock's value goes up and down with Bitcoin's price. Citi, a major bank, thinks Strategy's stock could be a good buy, setting a target of $485 per share. But they also warn that it's a risky bet.

Strategy's stock has taken a hit recently. It closed at $302 per share on Tuesday, far from its high of $473. 83 in 2024. Bitcoin isn't doing much better, trading at $111, 490, which is over 11% lower than its October high of $126, 080.

Citi predicts Bitcoin could reach $181, 000 in a year. If that happens, Strategy's stock might rise. But if Bitcoin's price drops, Strategy's stock could fall even more. It's a high-risk, high-reward situation.

Strategy started buying Bitcoin in August 2020 to protect against inflation and boost returns. Now, it's the biggest corporate holder of Bitcoin, with 640, 418 coins worth about $71. 6 billion. Investors can buy Strategy's shares to get exposure to Bitcoin without buying it directly.

But there's a big risk: Strategy's value is almost entirely tied to Bitcoin. If Bitcoin's price swings wildly, so will Strategy's stock. It's a gamble, and not everyone is ready to take it.


# **Strategy: A Leveraged Bet on Bitcoin**

**Strategy, a company heavily invested in Bitcoin, is catching Citi's eye.**

- **Citi's Rating:** "Buy" with a price target of **$485 per share**.
- **Current Stock Price:** ~$302 (as of Tuesday).
- **Record High:** $473.83 in 2024.

## **Bitcoin's Influence**

- **Current Bitcoin Price:** $111,490.
- **October High:** $126,080 (over 11% drop).
- **Citi's Prediction:** If Bitcoin hits $181,000 in 12 months, Strategy's stock could rise.

### **Risks Involved**

- **Leveraged Bet:** Small drops in Bitcoin could lead to bigger losses for Strategy's shareholders.
- **Volatility:** Strategy's value is almost entirely tied to Bitcoin.

## **Strategy's Bitcoin Holdings**

- **Started Buying:** August 2020.
- **Current Holdings:** 640,418 coins (~$71.6 billion).
- **Business Model:** Investors gain Bitcoin exposure through Strategy's shares.

**Final Note:** High risk, high reward. Not everyone is ready for this level of volatility.



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