Mature and Stable IPv4 Market in 2024

19 December 2024

The IPv4 Market Has Shown Signs of Stability in 2024

As 2024 draws to a close, the IPv4 market is finishing the year on a strong note. Demand for IPv4 addresses has remained robust, underscoring the continued importance of this finite resource in a growing digital economy. Compared to the volatile market trends seen in the past two years, 2024 has proven to be a year of stability and sustained growth.

One of the key drivers of this trend is the increasing reliance on IPv4 for the continued expansions of internet access in rural communities around the world. Despite the push toward IPv6 adoption, many network operators still view IPv4 as a critical component for seamless operations, customer accessibility, and compatibility. This ongoing dependency has ensured a steady stream of both buyers and sellers in the market.

The transfer data indicates a bullish trend. So far in Q4 2024, the average number of transfer requests stands at an impressive 166. Additionally, the average for 2024 remains at 144 requests, reflecting a +5% increase compared to 2022 and 2023. The significance of this year’s transfer data lies in its consistent stability and lack of volatility. This consistency demonstrates market confidence and sustained demand for global Pv4 address subnets in 2025 and beyond.

As for Brander Group’s data, our individual sales have increased to 50 to 75 transfers per month over the last five months. This represents a 25% increase compared to the average from the first six months of the year. Moreover, we now have 50% less inventory than we did at the start of 2024, and inventory levels are also 50% lower compared to the beginning of 2023. These trends clearly indicate that the supply-demand pendulum is about to swing, likely driving prices higher in the coming year.