Strive (NASDAQ: ASST) boosts bitcoin holdings and outlines cash, preferred mix
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8-K
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Strive, Inc. reported additional bitcoin purchases as part of its treasury strategy. Between May 13 and May 18, 2026, the company bought 381.61 bitcoin at an average price of about $79,348 per bitcoin, including fees. As of May 18, 2026, Strive held 15,391 bitcoin in its treasury, alongside $87.3 million in cash and cash equivalents and $49.8 million invested in Variable Rate Series A Perpetual Stretch Preferred Stock of Strategy, Inc. The company also reported 63,666,527 shares of Class A common stock, 9,870,636 shares of Class B common stock, and 5,244,421 shares of its Variable Rate Series A Perpetual Preferred Stock outstanding as of that date.
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Strive is expanding its bitcoin treasury while disclosing its cash and preferred holdings mix.
Strive, Inc. added 381.61 bitcoin between May 13 and May 18, 2026 at an average cost of about $79,348 per coin. This brings its bitcoin treasury to 15,391 bitcoin, signaling continued use of digital assets as a balance sheet component.
The company pairs this with more traditional assets, reporting $87.3 million in cash and cash equivalents and $49.8 million in Variable Rate Series A Perpetual Stretch Preferred Stock of Strategy, Inc. as of May 18, 2026. It also discloses outstanding Class A, Class B, and preferred share counts.
The forward-looking statement section highlights risks tied to bitcoin and other digital assets, general economic conditions, interest rates, and the merger transaction with Semler Scientific, Inc. Future filings may clarify how bitcoin price movements and integration of the merger affect financial performance.
8-K Event Classification
Item 8.01 — Other Events
1 item
Item 8.01
Other Events
Other
Voluntary disclosure of events the company deems important to shareholders but not covered by other items.
Key Figures
Bitcoin purchased: 381.61 bitcoin
Average bitcoin purchase price: $79,348 per bitcoin
Total bitcoin holdings: 15,391 bitcoin
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8 metrics
Bitcoin purchased
381.61 bitcoin
Bought between May 13 and May 18, 2026
Average bitcoin purchase price
$79,348 per bitcoin
Inclusive of fees and expenses
Total bitcoin holdings
15,391 bitcoin
Treasury position as of May 18, 2026
Cash and cash equivalents
$87.3 million
Balance as of May 18, 2026
Preferred holdings in Strategy, Inc.
$49.8 million
Variable Rate Series A Perpetual Stretch Preferred Stock
Class A shares outstanding
63,666,527 shares
As of May 18, 2026
Class B shares outstanding
9,870,636 shares
As of May 18, 2026
Preferred shares outstanding
5,244,421 shares
Variable Rate Series A Perpetual Preferred Stock as of May 18, 2026
Key Terms
bitcoin treasury, Variable Rate Series A Perpetual Preferred Stock, forward-looking statements, merger transaction, +1 more
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bitcoin treasury financial
"As of May 18, 2026, the Company’s bitcoin treasury totaled 15,391 bitcoin"
A bitcoin treasury is a collection of bitcoin holdings owned by a company or organization, similar to how a savings account stores money. It represents a strategic reserve of digital currency that can be used for investments, operational costs, or future growth. For investors, a bitcoin treasury can signal financial strength or a company's confidence in cryptocurrencies as part of its long-term plans.
Variable Rate Series A Perpetual Preferred Stock financial
"Variable Rate Series A Perpetual Preferred Stock, $0.001 par value per share"
A variable rate series A perpetual preferred stock is a type of share that pays a priority cash distribution whose amount resets periodically based on a reference interest rate, carries a specific series label (Series A), and has no fixed maturity date so it can remain outstanding indefinitely. Investors care because it offers higher priority income than common stock and a yield that moves with market rates—providing potential protection when rates rise but more income uncertainty than a fixed coupon.
forward-looking statements regulatory
"Certain statements herein may constitute “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995"
Forward-looking statements are predictions or plans that companies share about what they expect to happen in the future, like estimating sales or profits. They matter because they help investors understand a company's outlook, but since they are based on guesses and assumptions, they can sometimes be wrong.
merger transaction financial
"the strategic benefits and financial benefits of the merger transaction with Semler Scientific, Inc."
A merger transaction is when two companies combine into a single business, with one or both sets of owners exchanging, selling or reorganizing their shares so the firms operate together. For investors it matters because the deal can change the value and risk of their holdings — like two households moving in together and pooling budgets, it can create cost savings or new revenue but also brings integration costs, different ownership stakes and regulatory hurdles that affect share prices.
monetary policy financial
"risks associated with Bitcoin and other digital assets, general economic and market conditions, interest and exchange rates, monetary policy, and laws and regulations"
Monetary policy is the set of actions a country’s central bank uses to influence the amount of money and the cost of borrowing in the economy, mainly by adjusting interest rates and other tools. Like a thermostat for the economy, it helps control inflation and growth; changes affect borrowing costs, consumer spending and corporate profits, so investors watch it closely because it can move interest-sensitive assets, stock valuations and bond yields.
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FORM 8-K
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CURRENT REPORT
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Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 19, 2026
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Item 8.01. Other Events.
On May 19, 2026, Strive, Inc. (“Strive” or the “Company”) announced that during the period from May 13, 2026 to May 18, 2026, Strive purchased 381.61 bitcoin at an average price of approximately $79,348 per bitcoin, inclusive of fees and expenses. As of May 18, 2026, the Company’s bitcoin treasury totaled 15,391 bitcoin and the Company’s cash and cash equivalents and holdings in the Variable Rate Series A Perpetual Stretch Preferred Stock of Strategy, Inc. totaled $87.3 million and $49.8 million, respectively. Strive had 63,666,527 and 9,870,636 shares of Class A common stock and Class B common stock, respectively, and 5,244,421 shares of its Variable Rate Series A Perpetual Preferred Stock (the "SATA Stock") outstanding as of May 18, 2026.
Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
Certain statements herein may constitute “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”), and Rule 175 promulgated thereunder, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), and Rule 3b-6 promulgated thereunder, which statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties. Examples of forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, express or implied statements regarding the outlook and expectations of Strive and its subsidiaries, the strategic benefits and financial benefits of the merger transaction with Semler Scientific, Inc. (the "merger transaction"), including the expected impact of the merger transaction on Strive's future financial performance and the ability to successfully integrate the combined businesses, and Strive's intentions with respect to adjusting the SATA Stock monthly regular dividend rate per annum. Such statements are often characterized by the use of qualified words (and their derivatives) such as “may,” “will,” “anticipate,” “could,” “should,” “would,” “believe,” “contemplate,” “expect,” “estimate,” “continue,” “plan,” “project,” “predict,” “potential,” “assume,” “forecast,” “target,” “budget,” “outlook,” “trend,” “guidance,” “objective,” “goal,” “strategy,” “opportunity,” and “intend,” as well as words of similar meaning or other statements concerning opinions or judgments of Strive and its management team about future events. Forward-looking statements are based on assumptions as of the time they are made and are subject to risks, uncertainties and other factors that are difficult to predict with regard to timing, extent, likelihood and degree of occurrence, which could cause actual results to differ materially from anticipated results expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements as a result of various important factors. Other risks, uncertainties and assumptions, including, among others, the following:
•the outcome of any legal proceedings that may be instituted against Strive or its subsidiaries;
•the possibility that the anticipated benefits of the merger transaction are not realized when expected or at all, including as a result of changes in, or problems arising from, implementation of Bitcoin treasury strategies and risks associated with Bitcoin and other digital assets, general economic and market conditions, interest and exchange rates, monetary policy, and laws and regulations and their enforcement;
•the diversion of management’s attention from ongoing business operations and opportunities;
•dilution caused by Strive’s issuance of additional shares of its Class A common stock or SATA Stock;
•potential adverse reactions of Strive’s clients and customers or changes to business or employee relationships, including those resulting from the completion of the merger transaction;
•other factors that may affect future results of Strive or the future trading performance of its Class A common stock or SATA Stock.
These factors are not necessarily all of the factors that could cause Strive's actual results, performance or achievements to differ materially from those expressed in or implied by any of the forward-looking statements. Other factors, including unknown or unpredictable factors, also could harm Strive's results.
Although Strive believes that its expectations with respect to forward-looking statements are based upon reasonable assumptions within the bounds of its existing knowledge of its business and operations, there can be no assurance that the actual results of Strive will not differ materially from any projected future results expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Additional factors that could cause results to differ materially from those described above can be found in Strive’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025 and other documents subsequently filed by Strive with the SEC.
The actual results anticipated may not be realized or, even if substantially realized, they may not have the expected consequences to or effects on Strive or its businesses or operations. Investors are cautioned not to rely too heavily on any such forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements contained herein speak only as of the date hereof, and Strive undertakes no obligation to update or clarify these forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except to the extent required by applicable law.
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Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.
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FAQ
How much bitcoin does Strive, Inc. (ASST) hold in its treasury?
Strive holds 15,391 bitcoin in its treasury as of May 18, 2026. This follows additional purchases of 381.61 bitcoin made between May 13 and May 18, 2026 at an average price of about $79,348 per coin.
What recent bitcoin purchases did Strive, Inc. (ASST) disclose?
Strive disclosed it purchased 381.61 bitcoin from May 13 to May 18, 2026. The average purchase price was approximately $79,348 per bitcoin, inclusive of fees and expenses, expanding its existing bitcoin treasury position.
What cash and preferred holdings does Strive, Inc. (ASST) report?
As of May 18, 2026, Strive reported $87.3 million in cash and cash equivalents and $49.8 million invested in Variable Rate Series A Perpetual Stretch Preferred Stock of Strategy, Inc., providing traditional asset backing alongside its bitcoin holdings.
What risks and forward-looking factors does Strive, Inc. (ASST) highlight?
Strive highlights risks from bitcoin and other digital assets, general economic and market conditions, interest and exchange rates, the merger with Semler Scientific, Inc., potential dilution from new shares, and reactions from clients, customers, and employees.
How is the Semler Scientific merger mentioned in Strive, Inc. (ASST) disclosure?
The company references the merger transaction with Semler Scientific, Inc. in its forward-looking statements. It notes expectations around strategic and financial benefits, integration of combined businesses, and how these factors may affect future performance and trading in its securities.