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Strategy Leaves STRC Dividend at 11.5% for May

The move signals Strategy’s effort to keep its high-yield preferred pinned near par.

Overview

  • Strategy kept the STRC dividend at 11.5% for May, marking a third straight month at that rate.
  • The company cited April’s volume-weighted average price of $99.76, a level it uses to set payouts that hold the preferred near its $100 par.
  • STRC traded around $99.75 and has stayed just below par since April 15, indicating mild price pressure.
  • Management is considering switching from monthly to semi-monthly payments to reduce trading swings.
  • MSTR shares rose 33% in April to $165 and Bitcoin gained about 12%, adding support to sentiment around the financing program.