Michael Saylor Mocks S&P 500 Returns After MicroStrategy Snub

Core Insights - MicroStrategy's Executive Chair Michael Saylor criticized the S&P 500's returns by comparing them to his company's performance since adopting a Bitcoin treasury strategy [1][2] - MicroStrategy achieved an annualized return of 92%, significantly outperforming Bitcoin at 55%, the S&P 500 at 14%, Vanguard Real Estate Index Fund ETF at 2%, and Vanguard Total Bond Market Index Fund ETF at -4% [2] - Despite meeting all criteria, MicroStrategy was not included in the S&P 500, which instead added AppLovin, Emcor Group, and Robinhood [4] Company Performance - MicroStrategy is the largest corporate holder of Bitcoin, with over 638,000 BTC valued at nearly $72 billion [5] - Inclusion in the S&P 500 would have marked a significant milestone for both MicroStrategy and Bitcoin, providing millions of investors indirect exposure to Bitcoin [5] Market Sentiment - Saylor expressed optimism about future inclusion in the S&P 500, noting a digital transformation in the markets and increasing support from various sectors [6] - MicroStrategy would have been the first digital asset treasury firm in the S&P 500, joining other cryptocurrency-linked firms like Coinbase and Block [7]