Strategy (MSTR) Surges 25% in 5 Days as Bitcoin Price Pumps Near $79,000

Shares of Strategy (MSTR) surged over 25% in five days amid Bitcoin's price rally to nearly $79,000. The company purchased 34,164 BTC ($2.54 billion) between April 13-19, 2026, becoming the largest corporate Bitcoin holder with 815,061 BTC. Funding came primarily from preferred stock (STRC) sales, with $2.18 billion raised through 21.8 million shares.