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StocksMediumUpdated•Originally published 26 March 2026•Updated 26 March 2026•
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MARA Holdings Repurchases $1B in Debt and Sells 15,133 Bitcoin to Delever

Key Facts

1MARA Holdings announced private agreements to repurchase approximately $1.0 billion in aggregate principal amount of convertible senior notes.
2The company sold 15,133 Bitcoin to facilitate the repurchase of notes due in 2030 and 2031.
3The repurchases are being made at a discount, with the company paying approximately $912.8 million for $1.0 billion worth of notes.

MARA Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: MARA) has announced private agreements to repurchase approximately $1.0 billion in aggregate principal amount of its convertible senior notes, triggering a 10% surge in its stock price. To fund the transaction, the company sold 15,133 Bitcoin from its holdings, paying approximately $912.8 million to retire the debt at a discount. Management stated that this strategic move is specifically intended to mitigate dilution risk for shareholders and optimize the company's capital structure. Furthermore, MARA plans to leverage its strengthened balance sheet to fuel expansion into high-growth sectors, including AI and energy infrastructure. While the large-scale Bitcoin sale introduced temporary selling pressure in the crypto market, investors cheered the company's aggressive deleveraging. This shift underscores a long-term commitment to financial stability and strategic diversification beyond core crypto mining operations.