$STRK and $STRF 101 — Jeff Walton & Dan Hillery Analysis

$STRK and $STRF 101 — Jeff Walton & Dan Hillery Analysis

49:37 | May 9, 2025

🧭 MSTR True North $STRK & $STRF: Discover how Strike ($STRK) and Strife ($STRF) reshape yield, risk, and Bitcoin exposure in this deep dive into Strategy’s innovative financial instruments and what they mean for investors and portfolio strategy. Jeff and Dan lead us through the mechanics of these innovative products.

🎛️ As of this recording, 5/09/25, Strategy’s (MSTR) performance:

• Open: $420.00
• Close: $416.03
• Volume: 17,122,300 shares
• mNAV: 2.15
• Market Cap: $113.77B
• U.S. Market Cap Ranking: 80
• BTC: 555,450

⏱️ Timestamps & Insights:

• 00:00:00 – Intro: Strategy World 2025 – the energy, the merch and the Bitcoin buzz
• 00:02:00 – Strike Mechanics: Breaking down $STRK – yield, conversion, and $MSTR upside
• 00:07:45 – Retirement Angle: $STRK as a retirement vehicle – yield with $BTC exposure
• 00:11:30 – Risk Profile: Understanding the credit risk and downside protection of $STRK
• 00:17:24 – MSTR Benefits: How Strike helps Strategy expand and strengthen its balance sheet
• 00:20:44 – Flywheel Effect: $STRK’s self-correcting nature and the Bitcoin leverage loop
• 00:26:25 – Portfolio Fit: Structuring a modern investment strategy in Strategy’s ecosystem
• 00:31:15 – Yield vs Volatility: Using $STRK in volatile markets and high-rate environments
• 00:36:20 – Upside Clarity: Why Strike offers uncapped upside vs $MSTY and $IMST products
• 00:41:44 – Conversion Impact: Will $STRK convert? What it means for $MSTR holders
• 00:45:30 – Margin Play: Buying $STRK on margin – yield boost or risk trap?
• 00:49:10 – Wrap-Up: Why this Strike + Strife convo isn’t over and it’s just starting

Disclaimer: The content in this video is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. We are not financial advisors, and you should consult with a qualified professional before making any financial decisions. All investments involve risks, and you are responsible for your own decisions.