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Citi Targets $240 for MSTR as Bitcoin Outlook Improves, Macro Tailwinds Support

Oct 2, 2026, 12:13 PM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed
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Citi's substantial price target lift and higher BTC forecast create near-term upside potential for MSTR if BTC holds and multiples expand; yet intraday pullback suggests sentiment can swing with BTC and macro noise.

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Citi raised Strategy’s price target to $240 citing a higher Bitcoin forecast (~$113,400) and an expanded market-to-NAV multiple. Strategy holds 847,666 BTC, making MSTR a near-pure Bitcoin proxy; favorable macro conditions boosted crypto-related equities, though intraday momentum faded as yields cooled. If BTC remains elevated, MSTR could retest higher levels toward Citi’s target in coming weeks.

  • Citi lifts Strategy target to $240; BTC forecast raised to $113,400.
  • Bitcoin above $87k reinforces MSTR as bitcoin proxy; macro tailwinds supportive.
  • Bond yields retreat; Fed hike odds cooled, aiding crypto-linked names.
  • Strategy holds 847,666 BTC as of late September; intrinsic link to BTC price.
  • MSTR shares down 0.61% intraday after earlier gains.

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