An updated edition of the article of April 24, 2025.
Bitcoin, the most popular cryptocurrency, has increased high due to increasing acceptance as a non-sovereign active, as well as higher institutional and enterprise adoption. Bitcoin reached a summit of $ 112,000 on May 22, apparently benefiting from the relaxation of trade tensions between the United States and China, as well as the demotion of the Moody of the American sovereign debt, which reflects the growing recognition of digital currency as a reserve of value. As of April 28, more than 70 listed companies, including tastes Microstrategy MSTR and Digital marathon Mara, holds 720,728 bitcoins worth $ 68.5 billion.
Bitcoin is now negotiated over $ 105,000, lower than the top of all time, but much higher than the $ 76,000 he recorded in early April. The liberal policy of American president Donald Trump benefited Bitcoin and other cryptographic assets. An executive decree of President Trump who ordered a working group to study and propose changes to the regulations of cryptocurrencies augurs well for crypto enthusiasts. In March, President Trump announced the creation of a crypto reserve, notably Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Solana and Cardano, which augurs well for cryptocurrency minors, including Bit mining limited BTCM and exchanges like CME Group CME.
Cryptocurrencies are fueled by Blockchain technology, which includes complex cryptography and software that creates an immutable and decentralized database. The system offers improved safety for users because it maintains a recording of sabore resistant transactions and maintains the owner. The characteristics of safety and decentralization of blockchain were among the main engines of the proliferation of cryptocurrencies.
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CME GroupThe largest scholarship in the world in terms of negotiation volume and negotiated notional value is on the growth of record volume. In the first quarter of 2025, the company declared an average record daily record of 29.8 million contracts, up 13% compared to the figure declared in the previous quarter, driven by wide growth in each asset class. Volumes in the raw materials sector increased by 19% while financial products increased by 12%.
CME investments in marketing and education of potential customers benefit prospects. This Zacks Rank # 3 (HOLD) company plans to see strong volumes in 2025, drawn by high demand from customers for effective negotiation and coverage solutions. You can see the full list of Row Zacks # 1 actions (strong purchase) today.
Compensation and transaction costs contribute to a major share on the upper line of the CME group. The increase in compensation and transaction costs should continue to increase the upper line. The company is experiencing growth in the volume of electronic negotiation and greater adoption of cryptographic assets with increased interest in the entire economy of cryptography.
Digital marathonA company ZACKS RANK # 3, holds 47,531 bitcoins at the end of the first quarter of 2025. The company continues with its commitment to operating operations and to improve efficiency. In 2024, Marathon acquired seven sites across the United States. In the third quarter of 2024, the company increased its capacity approved by interconnection of 372 MW in three Ohio data centers, positioning itself for a sustained mining expansion. Mara has also acquired Hopedale and Hannibal facilities for only $ 270,000 per MW, significantly lower than the industry average from $ 900,000 to $ 1.5 million per MW.
Marathon is developing a Greenfield installation in Ohio, which should add 150 MW of capacity. These strategic extensions support Mara’s growth and reduce dependence on third -party suppliers. By having and exploiting more than 50% of its calculation capacity of 1.7 GW, the company aims to minimize operational risks and reduce costs. This vertical integration is aligned with Mara’s objective to direct the digital asset industry while maintaining flexibility in energy supply and operational strategy.
Another row stock n ° 3 of Zacks, Microstrategyis the largest Bitcoin Bitcoin cash company in the world holding 580,250 bitcoins on May 25, 2025. MSTR benefits from an increase in Bitcoin yield, from 13.7% over one year to date (from April 28, 2025), keeping the company’s target to reach a complete 15% target, which is now raised to 25% and Bitcoin Gain Target at 15 billion dollars (up the initial target of $ 10 Billion).
The disciplined approach of the capital company through favorite equity offers – Strike (8% Convertible Preferred is negotiated with an effective yield of around 9%) and conflicts (10% preferred perpetual fixed coupon) – is a key catalyst. Microstrategy is currently planning to raise $ 42 billion thanks to the emission of equity and $ 42 billion through fixed income securities by the end of 2027. By virtue of the current plan, the company has $ 21.1 billion in equity and $ 35.6 billion in fixed income titles remaining.
Microstrategia benefits from the continuation of cloud demand with its flagship strategy which feeds some of the largest analysis deployments in the world. Microstrategy takes advantage of generative AI to automate and accelerate the deployment of compatible applications AI between companies. A rich partner base that includes Amazon, Microsoft, Stackit and Google web services is remarkable.
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