Strategy maintains STRC May dividend rate at 11.5%, MSTR stock sees first monthly gain in nine months

Odaily Strategy (MSTR) announced that the dividend rate for its perpetual preferred stock Stretch (STRC) will remain at 11.5% for May, marking the third consecutive month at this level. According to data, STRC's volume-weighted average price (VWAP) for April was $99.76, close to its $100 par value. Strategy positions STRC as a high-yield savings alternative, aiming to reduce volatility through monthly cash distributions.

Additionally, Strategy's common stock (MSTR) closed April at $165, gaining 33% and ending a streak of eight consecutive monthly declines that began in August 2025. Bitcoin also rose 12% in April, marking its best monthly performance since April 2025. Strategy is currently considering adjusting STRC's distribution frequency from monthly to semi-monthly to further smooth price fluctuations. (CoinDesk)