Etsy Shares Plunge 0.70% as $260M Volume Closes 430th in Market Activity

On September 25, 2025, Etsy (ETSY) closed down 0.70%, with a trading volume of $260 million, ranking it 430th in market activity for the day. The decline reflects mixed investor sentiment amid ongoing debates over the platform’s long-term growth potential and operational efficiency in a competitive e-commerce landscape.

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