May 2026 IPv4 Market Update

After several months of steady activity, this month’s data shows continued strength across the IPv4 market. Pricing in the large block market continues to move up at a slow but steady pace, while small and medium block prices remain stable. With demand and transaction volume strong across all block sizes, and supply in certain regions beginning to tighten, the market appears to be firming rather than softening.

Key Takeaways

• Large block pricing continues to rise gradually.
• Small and medium block pricing remains steady, with some regional supply beginning to dwindle.
• Demand and volume remain strong across all block sizes.
• The market is showing a clear, steady signal that availability may become more valuable in the coming months.

What This Means for Buyers

For buyers, the current market suggests that pricing remains relatively stable in many segments, but tightening supply could reduce flexibility over time. If current trends continue, today’s pricing could represent a timing advantage, especially for buyers seeking specific block sizes or regional availability.

What This Means for Sellers

Sellers are entering a more favorable environment, with steady demand, strong volume, and improving pricing conditions in the large block market. Our assessment from April becomes stronger in May, as those who have been waiting on the sidelines may find this an increasingly attractive moment to test the market, particularly as supply in some block sizes and regions begins to thin.

Market Outlook

It is reasonable to call this a firming market as the pace remains measured. Current data suggests continued stability with selective upward pressure, especially where supply is tightening. We’ll be watching pricing consistency, demand breadth, block-size availability, and regional supply trends in the coming weeks.

Want to explore recent IPv4 transaction trends in more detail? View the full prior sales data to see how pricing is moving across block sizes and time periods.