Michael Saylor Defends Strategy Amid Potential Index Exclusion

Key Points:

  • Michael Saylor addresses MSCI’s potential exclusion impact on Strategy Inc.
  • Strategy differentiates itself from passive funds with active Bitcoin management.
  • Up to $2.8 billion in outflows predicted if index exclusion happens.

Michael Saylor, Executive Chairman of Strategy, responded to MSCI index questions on November 21, emphasizing the company’s active Bitcoin strategy, distinct from passive funds.

The potential removal from MSCI indices could lead to up to $2.8 billion in outflows, affecting Strategy’s stock and broader Bitcoin market stability.

Saylor Defends Active Bitcoin Management Amid Index Concerns

Michael Saylor’s response to MSCI’s potential removal of Strategy from major indices highlights the company’s active Bitcoin management. Leadership argues that Strategy distinguishes itself through innovation, unlike passive asset funds or trusts.

If excluded, the company could see up to $2.8 billion in outflows, according to JPMorgan, which would diminish its institutional exposure and liquidity.

Market contributors have emphasized the potential risks for institutional investors with Strategy’s significant Bitcoin holdings. Saylor underscored the company’s firm commitment to Bitcoin by stating, “Our strategy is long-term, our conviction in Bitcoin is unwavering, and our mission remains unchanged: to build the world’s first digital monetary institution on a foundation of sound money and financial innovation.” (CoinDesk)

Bitcoin Price Drops: Strategies and Market Predictions

Did you know? Michael Saylor’s strategic pivot to Bitcoin treasury management began in 2020, establishing Strategy as a leader in corporate Bitcoin holding.

According to CoinMarketCap, Bitcoin’s latest trading figures reveal fluctuations. Its current price is $83,750.83, with a market cap of 1.67 trillion. In the past 24 hours, trading volume hit $128.77 billion, showing a 30.77% change. Bitcoin has seen a recent 3.29% decrease, with a significant 27.29% drop over the past 90 days.

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Bitcoin(BTC), daily chart, screenshot on CoinMarketCap at 20:26 UTC on November 21, 2025. Source: CoinMarketCap

The Coincu research team anticipates that if an exclusion occurs, Bitcoin-related ETFs might experience volatility. Long-term financial innovation may fill gaps left by traditional classifications, according to experts acknowledging Strategy’s unique positioning.

Source: https://coincu.com/markets/michael-saylor-strategy-msci-index/