NFT marketplaces recorded $6.8 billion in trading volume during September 2025, representing a 156% surge from August and the strongest monthly performance since March 2024. Blue-chip collections including Bored Ape Yacht Club and CryptoPunks saw floor prices climb 67% and 82% respectively, while celebrity-backed projects from Travis Scott and Bad Bunny drove significant new user adoption. OpenSea reported 2.1 million unique traders during the period, with Blur capturing 38% market share through aggressive trader incentives.
Market analysts forecast continued NFT market expansion heading into 2026, with institutional participation expected to triple as major brands deploy Web3 loyalty programs and gaming studios integrate blockchain-based digital assets.
