BMNR stock surged on March 2 as Ethereum climbed back above the critical $2,000 level, fueling renewed investor interest in crypto-related equities. Shares of Bitmine Immersion Technologies Inc. rose 8% during the trading session, reaching an intraday high of $21.02 before settling at $20.82, according to TradingView data. Despite the recent rally, BMNR remains 87.07% below its 52-week high of $161, yet it has rebounded an impressive 550.63% from its 52-week low of $3.20. Trading volume reached 18.3 million shares, representing 46.3% of the company’s average daily volume.
The rally in BMNR stock closely followed Ethereum’s 4% price increase, with ETH trading near $2,030 after reclaiming the $2,000 psychological level. Ethereum had previously been trading within a narrow range before breaking higher, supporting bullish sentiment across crypto markets.
Bitmine Immersion Technologies recently strengthened its Ethereum position by purchasing 50,928 ETH, bringing its total holdings to 4.474 million ETH. At current prices, the company’s Ethereum portfolio is valued at approximately $8.9 billion, representing 3.71% of the token’s circulating supply. The company is targeting ownership of 5% of Ethereum’s total supply, a strategy it refers to as the “alchemy of 5%.”
Bitmine’s balance sheet includes $9.9 billion in crypto assets, cash, and strategic investments. This portfolio consists of 4.474 million ETH, 195 Bitcoin, $868 million in cash reserves, $200 million invested in Beast Industries, and a $14 million treasury investment linked to Eightco Holdings (ORBS) or Worldcoin.
Staking remains central to Bitmine’s growth strategy. As of March 1, roughly 3.04 million ETH — valued at nearly $6 billion at a price of $1,976 — has been staked. The company plans to launch its MAVAN institutional staking platform in early 2026 to generate yield and expand treasury holdings.
Ethereum derivatives data indicates elevated volatility, with $111.48 million in liquidations over the past 24 hours, including $69.42 million in short positions. Analysts note Ethereum is trading above its monthly support level, signaling potential for further upside despite historical December weakness.
