Sharplink, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBET) reported that institutional ownership of its common stock had risen to a record 46% as of December 31 2025, a milestone announced on February 19 2026.
The company’s shift to an Ethereum‑centric treasury model underpins the ownership surge. Sharplink, formerly SharpLink Gaming, changed its corporate name on February 3 2026 to reflect its focus on holding and staking Ethereum (ETH). As of February 15 2026, the firm held approximately $1.72 billion of ETH, nearly all of which is deployed in staking activities that generate yield and increase ETH concentration per share.
Sharplink’s financial performance has improved markedly. For the full year ended December 31 2024, the company posted revenues of $3.66 million, a 26.1% decline from 2023, but achieved a net income of $10.1 million, a turnaround from a $14.2 million loss in 2023. Operating expenses were cut by 45.6%, supporting the profitability swing.
CEO Joseph Chalom said, "This record level of institutional ownership confirms that sophisticated investors want disciplined execution and institutional‑grade risk management." The statement underscores the company’s commitment to rigorous risk controls and its staking‑driven growth model.
In the fourth quarter of 2025, Sharplink added roughly 60 new institutional investors, and it recently appointed Steven Ehrlich as Head of Research and Communications to strengthen engagement with both retail and institutional audiences. The brand refresh and leadership additions signal a broader strategy to deepen investor relations and broaden market reach.
The record institutional ownership places Sharplink among the top Ethereum treasury firms and signals growing confidence in its staking strategy. The milestone reflects the company’s ability to attract sophisticated capital while maintaining a robust balance sheet, with more cash than debt and a current ratio of 8.75. The development is likely to reinforce Sharplink’s competitive position and support future growth in its Ethereum treasury operations.
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