Shares of software firm Strategy led all Nasdaq-100 index constituents, posting a 47.65% gain over the one-month period ending September 18, 2026. The stock, trading under the ticker MSTR, closed at $153.92 during the session to mark its monthly high.
A sharp daily surge on September 18 drove a significant portion of the monthly gains, jumping 16.39% in a single session from $132.25. The price spike coincided with heavy market activity, as trading volume hit 54.34 million shares, far surpassing MSTR’s typical daily average on the exchange.
A month earlier on August 19, the company’s shares traded at $104.25. The steady ascent to $153.92 delivered a 47.65% return, with bullish momentum already building the prior week when MSTR logged an initial 17.52% gain.
Tracking Crypto Assets
Strategy’s stock performance coincided with a broader Bitcoin rally that pushed the cryptocurrency back above $80,000. According to a report by Reuters, the rise in the leading crypto asset also lifted other crypto-linked stocks across the board during the same period.
Strategy’s deep correlation with the crypto market stems from its massive digital asset holdings. As of September 13, 2026, Strategy’s balance sheet held 845,050 BTC, accounting for roughly 4% of Bitcoin’s capped total supply of 21 million coins.
The company acquired its Bitcoin at an average cost of $75,412 per coin. Corporate records indicate total capital expenditures for building its crypto treasury have reached $63.73 billion, inclusive of operational expenses and transaction fees.
Twelve Months in the Red
Despite topping the monthly leaderboard among Nasdaq-100 constituents, a one-year performance view paints a starkly different picture. Strategy shares remain deep in negative territory, still down over 55% as of September 18 compared to their highs over the trailing 12 months.
While buyers who began accumulating shares in August are seeing short-term gains, investors who entered a year ago face a different reality. The recent surge has yet to erase the steep 55%-plus drawdown weighing on long-term portfolios, meaning further Bitcoin gains will be needed to break even. Reported by crypto.news.
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Disclaimer: This article is for informational and educational purposes only, not financial advice. Cryptocurrency assets are highly volatile and carry significant risk. Always do your own research (DYOR) and never invest more than you can afford to lose.
