Sales Market Report January - June (H1 2025) Overview

The global yacht market experienced a moderate slowdown in the first half of 2025 (H1), with 425 yachts sold and total sales of $3.8 billion, reflecting a 7% decrease in volume compared to H1 2024. Brokerage activity remained steady, while the new build sector softened further. Inventory levels continued to rise, with a 10% increase in new listings, further reinforcing the buyers’ market conditions and contributing to a 9% decline in brokerage asking prices year-on-year. Despite a softer overall market, activity in larger yachts remained resilient. The U.S. market also strengthened, accounting for 28% of global sales. Looking ahead, improved stock market performance and favorable U.S. tax incentives are expected to support buyer appetite into the second half of the year, despite a fragile macroeconomic environment.

This report offers an in-depth analysis of the yacht sales market during the first half of 2025, with a particular emphasis on the superyacht segment - vessels measuring 80 feet (24 meters) and above. At IYC, we maintain ongoing market surveillance, utilizing advanced analytics to monitor industry trends and client behavior, providing meaningful insights into the key factors influencing overall market dynamics.