Etsy's Trading Volume Drops 54% But Stock Price Rises 141% in Two Days

On June 18, 2025, Etsy's trading volume reached $224 million, marking a 54.04% decrease from the previous day. The stock price of Etsy (ETSY) rose by 1.41%, marking its second consecutive day of gains, with a total increase of 2.62% over the past two days.

Etsy has experienced a significant surge in options trading activity, with 32,350 call contracts being traded, which is three times the usual amount. This increased activity suggests a growing interest in the company's stock among investors.

Truist Securities analysts have expressed optimism about Etsy's future growth prospects. Analyst Youssef Squali maintained a Buy rating on Etsy and raised the price target from $55 to $60 per share, indicating an 11% upside potential. Squali highlighted Etsy's strong revenue performance for 2025, which is currently exceeding consensus estimates. The company's monthly active users are also on the rise, driven by the demand for unique and bargain-priced items.

Etsy recently implemented new rules regarding 3D-printed products, restricting the sale of items that are not based on a seller's original design. This move is part of a broader effort to distance the platform from machine-driven creativity and promote handmade and original products. However, the enforcement of these rules remains unclear, and sellers are concerned about the potential impact on their businesses.

Etsy's strong user metrics and resilience against import tariffs have been noted by analysts, who have raised the stock's target price by 9% to $60. The company's annual meeting of stockholders, held on June 17, 2025, saw the approval of several key proposals, indicating continued support from shareholders.