Corporate Bitcoin accumulation experienced a major slowdown last week, with publicly traded companies collectively adding just $17.38 million worth of BTC to their balance sheets. The sharp decline signals a temporary cooling phase in institutional buying momentum after months of aggressive accumulation.
Data released on May 25 revealed that total net Bitcoin purchases by global public companies — excluding mining firms — plunged by more than 99% compared to the previous week. One of the biggest reasons behind the slowdown was the absence of buying activity from major corporate holders such as Strategy and Metaplanet, both of which had previously played significant roles in driving institutional demand.
Despite the broader market pause, a small number of companies continued expanding their Bitcoin reserves. Chinese food brand DayDayCook announced the acquisition of 200 BTC for approximately $15.9 million, purchasing the assets at an average price near $79,500 per coin. The latest purchase increased the company’s total Bitcoin holdings to 2,583 BTC, reinforcing its long-term digital asset strategy.
Meanwhile, UK-based The Smarter Web Company added 19 BTC worth roughly $1.48 million to its treasury. The firm acquired the coins at an average price of $77,687 each, bringing its total Bitcoin reserves to 2,859 BTC.
Although weekly buying activity slowed dramatically, the broader corporate Bitcoin trend remains historically significant. Publicly listed companies currently hold more than 1.11 million BTC combined, representing approximately 5.6% of Bitcoin’s circulating supply. At current market prices, those holdings are valued at roughly $86 billion.
The data highlights a growing reality in the crypto market: institutional Bitcoin adoption is no longer limited to technology firms or crypto-native businesses. Companies across sectors — from food brands to web service providers — are increasingly viewing Bitcoin as a strategic treasury reserve asset and a hedge against long-term currency debasement.
Market analysts suggest the recent slowdown may reflect caution ahead of macroeconomic developments, profit-taking after Bitcoin’s recent rally, or simply a pause following weeks of aggressive accumulation. However, the continued expansion of corporate BTC holdings indicates that long-term confidence in Bitcoin remains firmly intact among public companies worldwide.#btc70k
