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BuzzFeed compiles a Reddit thread where people list things they feel were ruined once they became popular, from craft fairs and craft stores to food trucks, influencer‑driven destinations, Etsy, and more. The piece emphasizes that often the item itself hasn’t changed, but the crowds, rising prices, regulatory pressure, and mass production that come with widespread attention have diminished the original allure.
eBay will acquire Depop from Etsy for about $1.2 billion in cash, adding the Gen Z–focused, C2C fashion marketplace to its ecosystem. Depop reported roughly $1 billion in GMV in 2025, about 7 million active buyers (nearly 90% under 34) and over 3 million active sellers, and is expected to keep its brand after closing in Q2 2026, subject to regulatory approvals. Etsy will focus on its core marketplace, while eBay leverages its scale, cross-listing, shipping services and Authenticity Guarantee to accelerate Depop’s growth and expand fashion resale globally. The deal signals a key move in eBay’s C2C strategy to capture younger, fashion-forward buyers.
eBay agreed to acquire Depop from Etsy for about $1.2 billion in cash, aiming to tap a young, active user base (Depop reports 7 million buyers with roughly 90% under 34) and boost its presence in the growing secondhand fashion market. Depop will retain its brand and platform, and the deal is expected to close in Q2. Etsy had previously bought Depop for $1.6 billion in 2021 and plans to use the proceeds for general corporate purposes.
Etsy is selling Depop to eBay for $1.2 billion as it pivots back to its core marketplace; Depop, popular with Gen Z (about 90% of its 7 million active buyers are under 34), posted $1 billion in gross merchandise value in 2025. Etsy bought Depop in 2021 for $1.6 billion and has since divested other assets, as its growth slowed (2024 revenue up 2.2% YoY). Proceeds will support share buybacks while Etsy focuses on expanding the Etsy marketplace; the deal is expected to close in Q2 2026, and eBay hopes Depop will help attract younger buyers.
eBay will acquire Depop from Etsy for about $1.2 billion in cash, adding a leading Gen Z/Millennial-friendly C2C fashion marketplace to expand its resale and recommerce offerings. Etsy will focus on its core marketplace, Depop will keep its brand post-closing, and the transaction is expected to close in Q2 2026 pending regulatory approvals. The deal leverages eBay’s scale and services to accelerate Depop’s growth.
eBay will acquire Depop from Etsy for about $1.2 billion in cash, enabling Etsy to focus on its core marketplace; Depop remains popular with younger users, especially under 34. The deal is expected to close in Q2, and Etsy stock rose about 14% after hours on the news, while eBay gained on its own earnings report. Etsy had bought Depop for roughly $1.62 billion five years ago as part of a broader “house of brands” strategy, a path it appears to be unwinding as it faces growth and macro headwinds and competition from larger marketplaces.
BTIG reports that the deal with OpenAI positions Etsy at the forefront of agentic commerce, highlighting a significant advancement in the integration of AI technology into e-commerce platforms.
OpenAI's ChatGPT now allows users to purchase goods directly from Etsy and Shopify through the chatbot, aiming to generate new revenue streams in online shopping by integrating payment systems like Stripe for seamless transactions, while maintaining unbiased product rankings.
Etsy's focus on improving its app has led to increased sales, with app-based gross merchandise sales surpassing non-app sales, and the company is leveraging AI for better product curation, all amid a slightly healthier consumer spending environment.
Following Andy Byron's kiss cam scandal at a Coldplay concert, humorous T-shirts mocking the incident are being sold online, highlighting the viral moment where Byron was caught cuddling with Kristin Cabot on camera, leading to Byron's resignation from Astronomer.
Nvidia and Royal Caribbean stocks rose after reporting strong financial results and raising profit forecasts, while Rivian and Etsy stocks fell due to disappointing production and earnings reports. Other companies such as Synopsys, Dutch Bros, Kaiser Aluminum, and Moderna also experienced notable stock price changes based on their financial performance.
After hours, Nvidia, Etsy, Rivian, and Lucid Group are among the stocks making significant moves, with Nvidia's shares rising after the company reported better-than-expected earnings and revenue, while Etsy's stock fell despite beating earnings estimates. Rivian and Lucid Group also experienced fluctuations in their stock prices following their respective earnings reports.
Fiverr and Etsy are two growth stocks with potential in 2024 and beyond. Fiverr is leveraging generative AI to expand its platform, incorporating AI into its services and tools, and turning a profit with increasing buyer spending. Etsy, with a focus on vintage, specialty, and handmade goods, has a narrow but lucrative market niche, and is showing steady user growth and financial progress. Both companies present opportunities for long-term investors despite recent challenges.
Elliott Management, known for aggressive governance tactics, has acquired a 13% stake in Etsy and secured a board seat, aiming to drive value creation and cost-cutting initiatives. Etsy has been facing challenges from low-cost competitors, counterfeit products, and declining sales post-pandemic, prompting the need for strategic changes. The promise of steep cost-cutting from Elliott drove Etsy's stock up 10%.