Why crypto-treasury stocks fall faster than the assets they hold

Crypto-treasury stocks can fall harder than the coins they hold. Leverage, valuation premiums, dilution risk and equity market structure amplify downside moves.

Not long ago, companies marketed crypto-treasury stocks as a straightforward investment. They purchased shares to gain exposure to Bitcoin (BTC) or other digital assets while benefiting from the liquidity and regulatory oversight of public markets.

In rising markets, this approach was effective. Shares of companies with substantial crypto holdings frequently outperformed the underlying assets, attracting investors who wanted crypto exposure without directly owning tokens.

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