Iconic collections at the top

Among the most popular collections are #CryptoPunks, which remain at the top with a market capitalization of $2.4 billion. They are followed by Bored Ape Yacht Club (BAYC) and Pudgy Penguins, as seen in the ranking above.

The Pudgy Penguins recently surpassed the $BAYC in terms of weekly volume. With $8.7 million in volume, the penguins lead the monkeys, which recorded $6.3 million.

This surge in prices should allow many owners to recoup their costs after months of decline. It’s a safe bet that many will sell their hard-earned #NFTs from the peak of the hype in 2021.

July saw a resurgence of $NFT activity, with sales of $574 million — the second-highest monthly volume of 2025 — 47.6% higher than in June. Although there was a modest decline in the number of transactions (5 million), the average sale price rose to $113, a six-month high.

This implies that buyers are now concentrating on more expensive NFTs — a trend which, combined with $Ethereum‑priced valuations, is driving renewed market confidence and a possible structural shift in favor of quality over quantity.