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Executive summary
The global yacht market experienced a moderate slowdown in the frst half of 2025 (H1), with 425 yachts sold and total sales of $3.8 billion, re f ecting 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 yearon-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 o fers an in-depth analysis of the yacht sales market during the f rst 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 in f uencing overall market dynamics.
The IYC Intelligence Team
JANUARY - JUNE (H1) 2025
Yachting Industry Overview In Numbers
425 YACHTS SOLD
$3.8B
TOTAL VALUE OF YACHTS SOLD -7% SALES VOLUME IN H1 2025 VERSUS H1 2024
+10% NEW SALES LISTINGS VOLUME IN H1 2025 VERSUS H1 2024
26% MARKET SHARE OF NEW YACHT SALES IN H1 2025
52% OF TRANSACTIONS WERE CLOSED IN EUROPE
JANUARY - JUNE (H1) 2025
Yacht Sales OverviewWhat You Need To Know
The global yacht market continued to experience a measured slowdown during the second quarter of 2025. A total of 232 yacht transactions were completed in Q2, representing an 11% decline compared to the same period in 2024. For the first half of the year (January to June), 425 transactions were recorded, marking a 7% year-on-year decrease in overall volumes.
Yacht Supply Sustains Favorable Conditions for Buyers
The frst half of 2025 has reinforced the prevailing market dynamics in global yacht sales, characterized by elevated supply levels. Inventory continued to expand, with a 10% increase in new listings compared to H1 2024, providing prospective buyers with a wide range of options. With 599 yachts brought to market versus 425 sales, supply has consistently exceeded demand, maintaining favorable conditions for buyers. This trend is further refected in a 9% year-on-year decline in brokerage asking prices, with current pricing reverting to levels observed in 2023, presenting an attractive environment for acquisition.
Evolving Regional Dynamics
Geographically, there has been a subtle rebalancing of sales distribution. Europe maintained its position as the largest sales region with 52% of transactions, though this represents a decrease from 60% last year. At the same time, the U.S. market has continued to gain ground, expanding its share to 28%. This evolving regional dynamic refects a more diversifed buyer base, with encouraging signs of renewed appetite from American clients.
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Pre-owned yachts performed relatively well, posting a 4% increase in activity compared to H1 2024, with brokerage transactions making up the majority of sales. Notably, the average asking price for brokerage yachts declined year-on-year. Overall, H1 performance remains broadly in line with — and in some segments slightly above — 2019 levels, reflecting a general stabilization in the yacht sales environment.
Resilience in Larger Yacht Segment
Despite the broader slowdown in transaction volumes, the larger size segments of the market have remained resilient. The sale of several notable yachts in the 60m+ category demonstrates that, when competitively priced, there is healthy demand in this segment. Further underscoring this trend, the average length of yachts sold continued to increase, reaching 36 meters (118 feet) in H1 2025. This upward progression highlights sustained buyer interest in larger yachts.
Market Outlook
While macroeconomic headwinds persist, particularly the uncertainty surrounding potential tariffs on foreign-built yachts and broader investment caution driven by geopolitical turbulence, there are positive factors that could help sustain market momentum. A strong performance in the U.S. stock market is expected to bolster confdence among American buyers in the second half of the year. Additionally, favorable depreciation allowances available to U.S.-based buyers may further stimulate activity in the American brokerage market, especially toward year-end when tax planning considerations become more prominent.
