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Economist Warns Strategy Could Collapse on Bitcoin Downturn

Economist Warns Strategy Could Collapse on Bitcoin Downturn

Economist Henrik Zeberg has sounded the alarm on Strategy (NASDAQ: MSTR), warning that the company’s aggressive Bitcoin strategy could backfire catastrophically.

In a recent post on X, Zeberg described the stock as a potential “greatest shorting opportunity,” citing the firm’s high exposure to BTC.

Zeberg likened corporate Bitcoin adoption to planting hidden financial explosives—warning that when Bitcoin eventually drops, the damage could extend beyond market cap losses.

“It’s not a matter of if, but when,” he argued, suggesting that falling crypto prices could ripple through Strategy’s balance sheet, disrupting cash flow, credit access, and investor trust.

Strategy, formerly MicroStrategy, has famously shifted its treasury into Bitcoin under the leadership of executive chairman Michael Saylor. While critics have raised concerns, the gamble has yielded massive returns—MSTR stock has climbed 3,500% over five years, outpacing Bitcoin’s 905% gains.

Still, Zeberg believes that kind of upside comes with mounting systemic risk.

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Alexander Zdravkov is a person who always looks for the logic behind things. He has more than 3 years of experience in the crypto space, where he skillfully identifies new trends in the world of digital currencies. Whether providing in-depth analysis or daily reports on all topics, his deep understanding and enthusiasm for what he does make him a valuable member of the team.

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