Corporate and National Strategies for Holding Bitcoin and Ether
- As of September 10, companies and institutions hold over 1 million BTC.
- Ether (ETH) is gaining traction, with 73 entities holding approximately 4.91 million ETH, valued at $21.28 billion.
- The U.S. Strategic Bitcoin Reserve holds an estimated 198,000-207,000 BTC, valued between $17 billion and $20 billion.
- Staking ETH can yield annual returns of 3%-5%, making it a productive asset.
- As of mid-2025, the number of firms holding BTC increased from 70 to 134 since December.
Corporations and governments are increasingly adopting cryptocurrencies in their treasury strategies to hedge against inflation and ensure liquidity. The dual strategy of holding both Bitcoin for stability and Ether for income generation is becoming more common as market dynamics evolve.
Bitcoin remains the preferred reserve asset due to its stability, while Ether’s staking yields make it attractive for income generation, with over 4.91 million ETH held by various entities as of September.(Source)
