Bitcoin News Today: Strategy Proposes Semi-Monthly Dividends for STRC Preferred Stock

Key Takeaways Strategy wants to shift STRC preferred stock dividends from monthly to semi-monthly payments.The change would not affect STRC’s 11.5% annual dividend yield.Management says the goal is to reduce volatility, improve liquidity, and increase investor demand.If approved, the first semi-monthly dividend payment would be made on July 15. Strategy Looks to Increase Dividend Frequency Strategy has filed a proposal that would allow its STRC “Stretch” preferred stock to pay dividends twice per month instead of once per month. The company said the move is designed to make the preferred shares more stable and attractive to investors without changing the total annual payout. Dividend Yield Remains Unchanged The proposed adjustment would not affect STRC’s current annual dividend rate of 11.5%. Instead, shareholders would simply receive smaller payments more frequently. According to Executive Chairman Michael Saylor, the change is intended to: Stabilize the stock priceReduce cyclical trading swingsImprove liquidityIncrease investor demand STRC Has Become One of Strategy’s Most Popular Products STRC has quickly become one of Strategy’s most successful financing vehicles. Outstanding value in the preferred stock has grown to approximately $6.4 billion, reflecting strong investor demand for high-yield exposure tied to Bitcoin-related assets. The company noted that volatility in STRC has already declined significantly: Average volatility was around 13% during the first eight months after launchVolatility has since fallen to roughly 2.1% over the last two months Management believes semi-monthly dividend payments could reduce volatility even further. Key Dates to Watch Shareholders are expected to vote on the proposal by June 8. If approved: The first semi-monthly payment would be made on July 15Future dividends would likely be distributed every two weeks Strategy Shares Rise Alongside Bitcoin Strategy shares climbed nearly 12% as Bitcoin rallied back toward $77,000. The strong performance reflects continued investor enthusiasm for Bitcoin-related equities as crypto prices recover.