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#StrategyBuildsCash Strategy sold approximately 18.26 million MSTR shares between August 17 and 23, generating about $2.007 billion in net proceeds. The company did not buy or sell Bitcoin during the period and continues to hold 840,447 BTC. Part of the proceeds repurchased STRC preferred shares, while $300 million increased its USD Reserve to $5.1 billion. Strategy placed another roughly $1.59 billion into a separate “USD Cash” pool. Building liquidity lowers the risk that Strategy must sell Bitcoin to meet preferred dividends, interest or debt obligations. The flexible cash pool may also be used for future BTC purchases, security repurchases or debt repayment. However, selling common shares dilutes existing holders, especially if proceeds are not used in a way that increases Bitcoin exposure per share. The next allocation decision will therefore be important. Buying BTC could restore Strategy’s role as a structural market buyer, while repurchasing shares may be more attractive if MSTR trades below the value of its assets.