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MSTR2100 (MSTR) Plunges 30% as Strategy Stock Crashes Below $400 Despite Bitcoin Buy

Published 19 August 2025
Victor Olanrewaju
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Key Takeaways

  • Despite Strategy’s Bitcoin purchase, its stock has fallen 15% in 30 days while the MSTR memecoin has plunged 30%.
  • MSTR memecoin is consolidating in a symmetrical triangle with bearish BBP momentum, risking a drop to $0.12.
  • The MSTR stock shows a head-and-shoulders pattern with CMF and a bearish MACD pointing toward $304.70.

Even after its latest Bitcoin (BTC) purchase, shares of Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy) have been caught in a major sell-off.

MSTR stock has tumbled to $363, shedding about 15% over the past 30 days.

The downturn hasn’t been limited to equities.

The MSTR2100 memecoin, which also shares the “MSTR” ticker,  has plunged even harder.

Within the same period, the MSTR memecoin has lost 30% of its value.

In this analysis, CCN explains why both assets are under pressure and the short-term outlook for the MSTR memecoin and the stock.

MSTR Dips Lower After BTC

Since Michael Saylor’s Bitcoin strategy took flight, the MSTR stock has been one of Wall Street’s standout performers — skyrocketing over 25,000% in just five years.

But the past month has told a different story.

After reaching a swing high of $426, MSTR has slipped to $363 at the time of writing.

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Interestingly, this decline has played out despite Strategy’s recent $51.4 million Bitcoin purchase, news that many expected to boost investor confidence

“Strategy has acquired 430 BTC for ~$51.4 million at ~$119,666 per bitcoin and has achieved BTC Yield of 25.1% YTD 2025. As of 8/17/2025, we hodl 629,376 $BTC acquired for ~$46.15 billion at ~$73,320 per bitcoin,” Saylor stated about the new buy.

CCN’s findings suggest that Bitcoin’s price decline has significantly affected MSTR.

Beyond that, a hotter-than-expected Producer Price Index (PPI) report stoked inflation concerns, while increasing overvaluation concerns further fueled the sell-off.

Memecoin Sinks Too

The ripple effect has also hit the MSTR memecoin, which has sunk to a monthly low of $0.19.

From a technical perspective, the token is consolidating within a symmetrical triangle — a pattern that signals an impending breakout.

However, the direction of that move will depend on whether bulls or bears seize momentum in the coming sessions.

At the moment, the setup favors the bears.

The Bull Bear Power (BBP) has slipped into negative territory, signaling that sellers hold the upper hand.

This bearish momentum increases the likelihood of a downside break from the lower trendline of the symmetrical triangle.

MSRT crypto price analysis
MSTR/USDT 4-Hour Chart | Credit: TradingView

If the current trend holds, the MSTR memecoin could slide further to around $0.12, significantly dropping its press-time value.

Conversely, if buyers reclaim momentum and push the price above the triangle’s upper trendline, the token could rally toward $0.29.

Such a breakout would flip sentiment bullish and potentially set the stage for a stronger recovery.

MSTR Stock Analysis: Lower Lows

Looking at the MSTR stock chart, the outlook appears bearish.

MSTR has formed a head-and-shoulders pattern during the daily timeframe, a setup that precedes further downsides.

Supporting the bearish case, the Chaikin Money Flow (CMF) has dipped into negative territory, reflecting capital outflows, while the MACD has flashed a bearish crossover, signaling strengthening downward momentum.

If this trend continues, MSTR could break below the $350.26 support and slide toward $304.70, aligning with the 0.236 Fibonacci retracement level.

Such weakness in the stock could weigh heavily on sentiment, spilling over into the MSTR memecoin and amplifying its decline.

MSTR price outlook
MSTR Daily Chart | Source: TradingView

On the flip side, if buying pressure builds and Bitcoin climbs above $120,000, MSTR may regain strength and rally toward the $423.90 level, potentially restoring confidence in the stock and the memecoin.

Disclaimer: The information provided in this article is for informational purposes only. It is not intended to be, nor should it be construed as, financial advice. We do not make any warranties regarding the completeness, reliability, or accuracy of this information. All investments involve risk, and past performance does not guarantee future results. We recommend consulting a financial advisor before making any investment decisions.
Victor Olanrewaju

Victor Olanrewaju is a crypto analyst and reporter at CCN with deep roots in on-chain research and technical analysis. His crypto journey began in 2017, but it was the 2020 Uniswap airdrop that sparked a full-time pivot into the space.

With a foundation in copywriting, Victor honed his craft creating high-converting content for leading crypto brokers — most notably an XRP price prediction that ranked #1 on Google during the 2021 bull run.

He later joined AMBCrypto in 2022, where he combined storytelling with technical and on-chain analysis to cover key market narratives.

In 2024, he expanded his expertise at BeInCrypto, collaborating with analysts and using tools like Glassnode, Santiment, and IntoTheBlock to break down Bitcoin and altcoin trends.

At CCN, Victor covers the top cryptocurrencies, memecoins, macro shifts, blending real-time insights with deep-dive metrics.

He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Physics from the University of Ibadan, equipping him to simplify complex data for a wide audience. Follow his work or connect on LinkedIn or X.

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