The Federal Reserve kept interest rates unchanged at 3.50%-3.75% in a 9-3 vote, with three officials favoring a hike.
Bitcoin and Ethereum posted losses, indicating markets had largely priced in the Fed’s decision.
Traders now await upcoming economic data and Fed commentary for clues on future monetary policy and crypto market direction.
Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) showed limited price movement following the Federal Reserve’s latest policy decision, which left the federal funds rate unchanged at 3.50% to 3.75%.
According to the Fed’s official announcement, the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) voted 9-3 to maintain the target range, with Governors Beth M. Hammack, Neel Kashkari, and Lorie K. Logan dissenting in favor of a 25-basis-point increase.
The decision came against a backdrop of solid economic activity, steady job gains, and inflation that remains above the Fed’s 2% target, partly due to energy-related supply shocks and ongoing uncertainty linked to the Middle East conflict. The Committee reiterated its commitment to price stability while continuing to maintain ample reserves in the banking system.
BTC and ETH price movements after Fed’s decision
BTC Price Momentum on July 29 at 16:39 EDT | Source: TradingView
Market data captured around and after the announcement at 2:00 pm EDT showed Bitcoin trading near $64,176 and trading at $63,620 at the time of writing, showing a 1.5% drop and registering a modest 0.6% drop over the prior 24 hours.
Weekly performance remained negative at approximately 4.61%, reflecting the broader pullback from recent levels above $65,000. Bitcoin’s market capitalization stood at $1.29 trillion, with 24-hour volume near $26.78 billion. The asset remains roughly 49% below its all-time high of $126,198 recorded in October 2025.
ETH price momentum on July 29 at 17:00 EDT | Source: TradingView
Ethereum followed a similar pattern of contained volatility. At the time of the Fed’s decision, at 2:00 pm EDT, the asset was trading at $1,913 and traded around $1,882 at the time of writing, showing a 1.63% drop and a decline of 1.9% over 24 hours.
Its intraday range stretched from roughly $1,882 to $1,930, with a late-session reading near $1,913. Market capitalization hovered at $231 billion, and 24-hour volume exceeded $11.3 billion. Ethereum continues to trade approximately 61% below its August 2025 peak of $4,953.
Crypto liquidations hit $401M as longs dominate
Crypto Liquidation on July 29 at 16:30 EDT | Source: CoinGlass
Crypto markets saw $401 million in total liquidations over the past 24 hours, according to CoinGlass data, affecting 112,341 traders. Long positions accounted for the overwhelming majority at $298.13 million, while short liquidations totaled $102.88 million.
Ethereum led individual assets with $32.22 million in liquidations, followed by Bitcoin at $27.66 million. Other tokens and contracts contributed the remainder. Shorter timeframes showed the same imbalance: one-hour liquidations reached $66.31 million (almost entirely longs), while four-hour and twelve-hour totals stood at $124.27 million and $192.26 million, respectively.
Price movement remains unassociated with Fed decision
The post-decision declines in Bitcoin and Ethereum suggest that traders had largely anticipated the Fed’s decision to leave interest rates unchanged. Both assets remained within recent trading ranges rather than showing an outsized reaction immediately after the announcement.
The three dissenting votes in favor of a rate hike added a slightly hawkish tone to the meeting, but the broader market reaction remained relatively muted.
The elevated level of long liquidations indicates that leveraged positioning also contributed to the recent weakness, alongside broader risk-off sentiment across financial markets.
Looking ahead, market participants are likely to focus on upcoming economic data, inflation readings, labor market reports, and additional comments from Federal Reserve officials for further signals on the path of monetary policy.
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Disclaimer: The information researched and reported by The Crypto Times is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional financial advice. Investing in crypto assets involves significant risk due to market volatility. Always Do Your Own Research (DYOR) and consult with a qualified Financial Advisor before making any investment decisions.
This week, PlayStation 5 players were able to join their Xbox and PC counterparts for the first time in Halo: Campaign Evolved. Console gamers are able to use a classic Halo feature that the PC port seemingly lacks: split-screen co-op. However, a new PC mod restores access to this missing feature.
A Halo: Campaign Evolved split-screen co-op mod was posted on Nexus Mods by user Jpurd. As noted by Jpurd, the mod doesn’t do anything except unlock the local split-screen option that was already in the game.
There are some drawbacks to this AI-created mod. It can only handle two players via split-screen mode even though the game can support 4-player co-op. Users also note that it only works if both players are using a controller, and the mod may be limited to Steam users. Anyone playing Campaign Evolved on PC Game Pass or who purchased a copy from the Microsoft Store may not be able to use the mod at all.
The rollout of Campaign Evolved hit a snag last week when players who paid extra for early access on Xbox weren’t able to jump into the game alongside PC and PS5 ahead of the official launch. Players were also upset about reports that they needed a PS Plus account to use split-screen co-op, but that turned out to not be the case.
It’s too soon to say how well Halo: Campaign Evolved will perform across all platforms, but the game’s secret ending appears to tease a remake of Halo 2 as well. In the meantime, players can use these codes to claim free armor sets in Campaign Evolved.
Craft World will host the grand opening of The 9 Goddesses Adventure, a three-region immersive installation by artist Kisma Reidling, at 1 p.m. Pacific time on Friday — 22:00 Central European time — event organizers said in an announcement today.
Visitors will gather at the Oracle Lounge region on Craft World, where they will board the Plan-9 Needleship for the passage to the land of the nine goddesses. The Needleship was created by builder Exy Atreides, known for detailed 3D immersive builds and architectural simulations.
The Needleship. (Image courtesy Reiner Schneeberger.)
Before entering the installation, visitors will climb a build called The Giant Beanstalk and take places high above the world.
A prologue in two languages
There, Reiner Schneeberger will present Awaiting the Waking Sisters, a narrative prologue written for the opening. The piece will be performed first in Italian and then in English.
Reiner Schneeberger
Schneeberger, who is known as Art Blue in-world, is a longtime OpenSim performance artist who has staged immersive plays on Craft World, Metropolis, and the OpenSimulator Community Conference grid.
“Awaiting the Waking Sisters tells of forgotten ladders once believed to lead towards the True Humans, of failing servers and extinguished signals, and of nine sisters who have not yet awakened,” the announcement said. “The performance prepares visitors for the moment when Kisma Reidling welcomes them, and they place their feet, for the first time, upon the land of the Nine Goddesses.”
The installation spans three standard OpenSim regions — Dusk, Midday, and Dawn — and combines landscape, architecture, storytelling, and virtual performance. Each of the nine goddesses will speak directly to visitors in the voice of Reidling, the artist behind the installation.
“It is not simply an exhibition to be viewed, but a world to be entered, heard, and explored,” said the announcement.
Reidling is an artist, author, and creative guide, and the founder of Visionary Artist Path, a creative community for women. Her work brings together painting, art journaling, storytelling, spirituality, community, and creative uses of artificial intelligence.
Reidling, who is known in-world as Juliette Surreal-D, has previously hosted Hypergrid Hoppers tours on Craft World and presented at the OpenSimulator Community Conference.
The experience is part of Museo del Metaverso, which Rosanna Galvani founded in Second Life in 2007 and expanded to Craft World in 2010, according to the museum’s website.
The nine goddesses will also be offered as collectors’ items to raise money for the grid through CYB Mint, which issues Craft World’s in-world currency.
Craft World launched the currency in December, with 100 units valued at one euro. The grid is run by Raffaele Macis, who is known in-world as Licu Rau.
Gemma Collins has tonight confirmed the death of her beloved mum Joan.
The former TOWIE star announced the tragic news in a heartbreaking Instagram post.
She said Joan died today surrounded by her loved ones.
Gemma shared a stunning black and white photograph of Joan in her younger years alongside a lengthy tribute.
Gemma Collins has confirmed the tragic death of her mum Joan (Credit: ITV)
She says her heart is “shattered into a million pieces”, before telling her mum to “sleep peacefully”.
Gemma Collins announces death of mum Joan
Gemma shared her tribute to Joan on Instagram tonight (Wednesday July 29, 2026).
Confirming her devastating news, she wrote: “My heart is shattered into a million pieces. Today our beautiful mum passed away peacefully surrounded by LOVE.
“Mum, today, every piece of my heart left with you.
“No words will ever be enough to thank you for loving me, guiding me, and being my mum. You gave me life, you gave me strength, and you gave me memories that I will carry for every day I have left.
“The house will never sound the same without you. Your voice, your smile, your little ways, they are woven into every corner of my life. I will miss you more than I could ever put into words.”
Joan has been struggling with illness in recent years. She’s endured multiple hospital stays for pneumonia and has suffered in constant pain with severe rheumatoid arthritis.
Gemma added: “I hope you are finally free from pain. I hope you can walk again, laugh again, and feel light. I hope you are surrounded by peace and by everyone who has gone before you, watching over us with love.
“Thank you for every hug, every sacrifice, every lesson, and every moment. Thank you for being my mum. It has been the greatest privilege to be your daughter.
“Until we meet again, I will carry your love with me. I will look for you in the sunrise, in the flowers, in the birds singing, and in the quiet moments when I need you most.”
Gemma finished her post: “Sleep peacefully, my beautiful Mum what gives me comfort was today we was all with you.
“You will be loved forever, missed every single day, and never, ever forgotten. Gemma.”
Tributes pour in for Joan and condolences for Gemma
Gemma has been flooded with messages of condolences amid her devastating news.
Megan McKenna wrote: “Oh Gemma my heart breaks for you. I’m so sorry thinking of you so much.”
Gemma’s close friend and former TOWIE star Harry Derbidge added: “Omg Gemma, I am so sorry to hear this I am heartbroken for you and the family.
“Joan was such an amazing lady and I’m so lucky to have spent time with her, always the memories x thinking of you and the family. Love you and always here xx.”
Billie Shepherd penned: “Sending you so much love Gemma, your beautiful mum will be forever proud of you. Thinking of you all. absolutely gutted to hear this lots of love darling.”
And Amy Childs said: “Thinking of you Gemma, what a beautiful lady your mum was xxxx RIP beautiful Joan xxx”
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Coronation Street fans watched Cassie Plummer expose Tyrone’s dad Ross for his shocking past during his birthday celebrations in Weatherfield.
Cassie was determined to show Tyrone the truth about the man he was so eager to get to know, revealing that Ross had paid her to sleep with him when she was only 15 years old.
Although Tyrone was horrified by what he heard, he still wanted a chance to build a relationship with his dad. But with Ross making it clear he won’t let Cassie get in the way, could she now be heading into serious danger?
Cassie told the truth (Credit: ITV)
Cassie exposed Ross in Coronation Street
Cassie was desperate for Tyrone to see Ross for who he really was, especially after watching him become welcomed into the family and even receive a birthday celebration.
As everyone continued to warm to Ross, with Tracy even describing her new boyfriend as a ‘real alpha male’, Cassie decided she could no longer keep quiet about their past.
Before things went any further, Fiz made sure the children were taken upstairs. Cassie then dropped the bombshell, telling Tyrone that Ross had paid her to sleep with him when she was just 15.
Tyrone was left horrified by the revelation, while Ross struggled to respond to the accusation.
Later, Cassie broke down outside as Tyrone comforted her. She explained that she had hidden the truth because she knew finding out how he came into the world would have shattered him.
Tyrone promised to stand by his mum and insisted that Ross would soon be out of their lives.
Ross threatened Cassie (Credit: ITV)
Ross threatened Cassie
However, Ross wasn’t prepared to give up his chance at being part of Tyrone’s life.
Back inside the house, Ross told Tyrone that he never meant to cause any harm, explaining that he was 18 at the time and didn’t know Cassie was only 15.
Despite Cassie’s disbelief that Ross had changed, Tyrone still considered getting to know his dad. Cassie reminded him about Ross’ recent behaviour towards her in the hotel, but eventually agreed to let him stay in Tyrone’s life.
But once they were alone, Ross revealed his darker side again.
He pinned Cassie against the ginnel wall and threatened to kill her if she ever tried to ruin his relationship with Tyrone again.
Cassie’s exit airs next week (Credit: ITV)
Coronation Street spoilers confirm dangerous Cassie exit as she risks death
Cassie’s attempts to stop Ross from becoming part of Tyrone’s life soon take a dangerous turn when she discovers he needs to pass a drugs test for his new job.
Secretly slipping tablets into his drink, Cassie believes she has found the perfect way to stop him. However, her plan quickly falls apart when Steve finds the empty packet.
After Steve ends their relationship and Tyrone throws her out, Cassie is left with nowhere to turn.
Following a whisky-fuelled low point, she announces she is leaving Weatherfield to work on a cruise ship and shares emotional goodbyes with her family.
But before Cassie can get away, Ross offers her a lift and locks the doors.
Just what has Cassie got herself into? With Ross’ mysterious behaviour leaving Steve suspicious, could her exit have deadly consequences? How will Cassie’s final scenes in Weatherfield play out?
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Valve just released the latest Steam Beta for all supported platforms, bringing with it some important fixes and improvements to Steam Deck OLED streaming. To check it out you need to opt into the Beta in Settings -> System Update Channel.
Key changes
General
Remote Play
Improved video color range on all platforms.
Added support for HDR streaming on Steam Deck OLED.
Added support for AV1 video streaming on Steam Deck when using the experimental SteamRT3 Steam Client.
🌐 External Sources: steamcommunity.com Article taken from GamingOnLinux.com.
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In Brief
Gate launches SpaceX stock airdrops via Launchpool, FOMC Event Contracts, 17 new CFDs, AEON trading, and a 900K USDT prize pool this week.
Gate’s latest wave of announcements signals a clear push beyond crypto-native products — the exchange is now letting users stake for SpaceX shares, trade on Fed rate decisions with capped downside, and access Hong Kong and Korean stocks around the clock. As traditional finance continues to blend with digital assets on the platform, this week’s updates paint a revealing picture of where the exchange is heading.
SpaceX Hits Launchpool — A First for the Industry
The headline launch is Gate Launchpool Phase 368, which marks a genuine industry first: a stock asset airdrop through a staking mechanism. From July 28, users can stake USDT, GUSD, or GT to share 1,000 shares of SpaceX (SPCX) stock rewards, distributed hourly to stock accounts. The USDT and GUSD pools each offer around 425 SPCX shares with an estimated APR of 55.40%, while the GT pool provides 150 shares at 5.86% APR. GUSD stakers additionally benefit from a 3.80% flexible yield, bringing combined estimated returns to 9.13%. Three Launchpool campaigns run simultaneously — Phase 366 (SLX), Phase 367 (ANTFUN), and the new SPCX phase — giving users a range of staking options at once. This builds on Gate’s prior SpaceX exposure through Pre-IPO and IPO Access products, which have attracted over $396 million and $143 million in cumulative subscriptions respectively.
Complementing the Launchpool, Gate’s “Deposit & Trade Carnival” runs from July 27 to August 11. Users who achieve a cumulative net deposit of 500 USDT and hold it for 48 hours receive a 50 USDT deposit reward. Those who also meet specified futures trading volume thresholds can earn up to 8,888 USDT individually, bringing total potential rewards per user to 8,938 USDT from the combined campaigns.
Trading the Fed: Event Contracts for the FOMC Decision
With the Federal Reserve’s July 28–29 FOMC meeting drawing intense market attention, Gate has launched a dedicated Event Contracts campaign tied to the macro event. The product lets users trade short-term price direction on BTC and ETH — across 5-minute, 15-minute, 1-hour, and 4-hour windows — without leverage, margin calls, or forced liquidation. Contracts are priced between 0.01 and 0.99 USDT, settle at 1 USDT if correct, and require a minimum of 1.5 USDT to enter. A special FOMC campaign from July 29 features a $20,000 dual prize pool: $10,000 shared among users with cumulative volume of 1,000 USDT or more, and another $10,000 for users who correctly predict at least 8 BTC 5-minute events in a two-hour window. New users who lose on their first trade can also apply for compensation under a separate $20,000 First Trade Protection fund.
US Stocks: Volatility Drives Record Derivatives Activity
In the US stock sector, SanDisk (SNDK) dropped 10.84% and Micron (MU) fell 2.08%, yet both generated significant derivatives interest. SNDK futures on Gate recorded $382 million in 24-hour volume with $82.2 million in open interest, while MU futures reached $55.35 million in volume and $21.7 million in open interest — both ranking among the top figures across all platforms according to CoinGlass. Gate Stocks currently supports over 12,500 global equity and ETF assets across US, Hong Kong, and Korean markets, with fractional trading available from 0.01 shares. Perpetual stock futures trading volume rewards were also doubled via the Futures Points campaign, running through August 7.
Hong Kong and gStocks: Broad Market Gains
In Hong Kong markets, small-cap names saw sharp moves on July 29: DINGSHI CAPITAL surged 73.17%, TRIO IEL rose 20.87%, and GAOYU FINANCE gained 18.68%. Gate responded with a Hong Kong Stock Futures Trading Competition running through August 7, featuring popular contracts including ZHIPUUSDT, TENCENTUSDT, and XIAOMIUSDT, with a 50,000 USDT prize pool and up to 240 USDT in individual rewards.
On the tokenized equities side, Gate gStocks saw strength across consumer and tech names. Palantir (PLTRG) led gains at +5.49%, Coca-Cola (KOG) rose 5.51%, and Costco, Visa, Walmart, and Home Depot all posted gains between 1.7% and 2.4%. The gStocks product uses a 1:1 fully backed native stock reserve, supports 24/7 trading, and allows entry from 1 USDT.
Commodities: Gate Takes the Top Spot in Natural Gas Futures
Natural gas (NG) fell 2.32% to $2.697 on July 29, but Gate’s open interest of approximately $1.19 million out of a total market-wide $1.96 million placed it first globally in NG futures according to CoinGlass. Gate’s commodities offering covers Brent crude, WTI crude, and natural gas, all with 24/7 USDT-settled trading under its Unified Account system.
New Products: AEON, ETFs, CFDs, and More
Gate launched full multi-service support for AEON, covering AEONUSDT perpetual futures (1–20x leverage), margin loans, copy trading, bots, convert, and auto-invest features. Simultaneously, Gate Futures Stocks added nine new perpetual futures products including TMF, TBT, BITO, BOTZ, XLV, IBB, SKDD, SKUU, and GILD — all USDT-margined with 1x–20x leverage.
Gate ETF added SNXX3L/3S and MUU3L/3S, bringing the total to 386 leveraged token products, alongside a 60,000 USDT trading challenge running through August 7. Gate CFD Stock Zone listed 17 new pairs — including KORU, NVDL, TSLL, AAPU, METU, and others — with up to 4x leverage, and launched a 900,000 USDT airdrop campaign for traders of the new listings.
Gate Alpha Expands to Robinhood Chain
Gate Alpha officially launched five new launchpads on Robinhood Chain, now supporting platforms including Noxa.fun, Pons, Virtuals, Flap, Bankr, Ape.store, and Clanker. The Hot Token Trading Competition Phase 55 spotlights the Robinhood ecosystem with a $40,000 prize pool. Additionally, the Gate Alpha New User Exclusive campaign — limited to the first 10,000 registrants — offers a 5 USDT airdrop to eligible users whose cumulative trading volume reaches $500. Gate Alpha now supports 15 public blockchains including SOL, ETH, BSC, Base, SUI, and Robinhood.
Esports Predictions Heat Up on Gate Polymarket
Gate Polymarket continued its esports coverage with two marquee LCK matchups. T1 entered their July 29 clash against KT Rolster with a 79% support rate, while Hanwha Life Esports Challengers faced HANJIN BRION Challengers on July 28 with a 64% win rate. The Esports Trading Season runs through August 10 with a 200,000 USDT prize pool, rewarding newcomers, weekly traders, and leaderboard competitors.
USD1 Staking and Market Macro Wrap
Gate launched a USD1 Soft Staking event on July 28, offering up to 8% APR on USD1 holdings (current reference rate: 6.89%), with daily rewards distributed in WLFI. The minimum holding requirement is 1 USD1, with rates adjusted daily based on the remaining monthly reward budget.
Finally, Gate Ventures’ weekly report noted measured crypto market recovery: BTC gained 1.1% and ETH rose 4.4% week-on-week, though spot BTC ETF inflows hit their lowest point since launch at $33.8 million. The Fear & Greed Index rose to 30 but remained in “Fear” territory. The infrastructure sector dominated funding activity, highlighted by a $180 million raise for on-chain settlement project Augustus.
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Bad news for Lightspeed LA, the developers working on Last Sentinel, a sci-fi game set in a futuristic Tokyo which first garnered attention with a reveal trailer at the 2023 Game Awards. IGN reports that the Irvine-based studio has decided on a shift in developmental direction for its cyberpunk-inspired open-world action game in order to “deliver the experience players expect.” According to reporting in GamesBeat, the studio will lay off 80 members of staff, but says that it will remain open and that development on Last Sentinel will continue.
Lightspeed LA is the US-based subsidiary of Lightspeed Games, one of Tencent games’ numerous subsidiaries best known for its work developing mobile games including PUBG Mobile. Tencent opened Lightspeed LA in 2020, and in 2023 the studio debuted the trailer for Last Sentinel, billing the game as a AAA narrative experience for PC and console. In 2024, Lightspeed LA added a bit of video game star power to Last Sentinel, bringing on Troy Baker as the game’s performance director. However, according to a statement from Lightspeed shared with IGN, it seems that after internal review, Last Sentinel wasn’t living up to expectations, forcing the team to pivot and requiring layoffs. “We are treating affected team members with compassion and respect, offering comprehensive support and where possible the opportunity to transfer internally,” the studio wrote in its statement to IGN.
Other Tencent subsidiaries are having a tough time as their parent company seems to be slowly pulling back on some of its gaming investments worldwide. Earlier this year, TiMi Montreal shut down five years after it opened its doors and without releasing a single game. Back in 2023, Tencent also closed the LA-based Team Kaiju, shuttering its unannounced project as well. But while Tencent seems to be closing some doors, it’s opening other, much bigger doors by investing 1.25 billion dollars in Ubisoft, potentially paving the way for a possible acquisition of the embattled publisher in the future.
Morgan Stanley launches Ethereum Trust, a low-cost ETF with a 0.14% expense ratio, to attract fresh capital
BlackRock’s ETHA leads US spot Ether ETFs with $104 million in net inflows, as institutional conviction builds
Arthur Hayes and other individuals accumulate ETH, amidst a crowded field of institutional investors and products
Ethereum turns 11 years old on July 30, and it will mark the occasion the same way it has spent most of 2026: trading below $2,000. ETH advanced in the sessions around the ETF debut to the $1,910–$1,920 region as of late July 28 and early July 29, outpacing or matching broader crypto moves in those windows, in a move traders tied to a fresh institutional catalyst rather than a pure birthday rally.
That catalyst is Morgan Stanley. On July 28, the firm launched the Morgan Stanley Ethereum Trust (MSSE) on NYSE Arca, a spot Ether ETF carrying a 0.14% expense ratio, the lowest of any US Ether product, and a stated plan to stake between 50% and 80% of its holdings, passing the rewards through to shareholders. The design matters: a low-cost, yield-bearing wrapper backed by a firm whose roughly 16,000 advisers oversee about $9.3 trillion (client assets) is precisely the kind of on-ramp that can pull fresh capital into ETH and, through staking, quietly remove supply from circulation.
An anniversary framed by weakness, not triumph
The timing sharpens an uncomfortable contrast. When Ethereum’s Frontier mainnet went live on July 30, 2015, ETH traded under a dollar; the anniversary has usually been a moment to tally how far the network has climbed. This year it lands with ETH down roughly 50% over the past 12 months and well beneath its August 2025 all-time high near $4,950.
The paradox that has defined ETH all year is on full display. By almost every structural measure, Ethereum has never been more entrenched: staking sits near record levels, the validator exit queue has stayed thin, and Wall Street’s largest names are competing to package ETH exposure. Yet the price has ground lower, weighed down by the value-accrual debate, the concern that as activity migrates to Layer-2 networks and base-layer fees fall, less ETH is burned even as usage grows. The 11th birthday captures that tension exactly: an asset maturing into institutional finance while its market price tells a harder story.
Institutional conviction builds beneath the price
The Morgan Stanley launch is not an isolated bet. US spot Ether ETFs recorded roughly $104 million in net inflows during the week of July 20–24, led by BlackRock’s ETHA, extending a rebound after a long outflow streak earlier in the year. Individual accumulation has added to the signal, with reports that Arthur Hayes purchased more than 7,200 ETH in July despite a sizable paper loss.
MSSE joins a crowded and increasingly cheap field. BlackRock’s ETHA holds around $5.5–$6 billion (total U.S. spot Ether ETF complex roughly $10–$12 billion) and has a staked version (ETHB) already live, but MSSE’s rock-bottom fee resets the competitive bar. The open question is whether these products collectively return to sustained net inflows, which would give the demand narrative the follow-through it has lacked.
The levels that decide $2,000
For all the institutional framing, the near-term picture comes down to a few technical lines. ETH is pressing against a recent swing high around $1,976, the last hurdle before the psychologically heavy $2,000 mark. On the downside, support sits near $1,875, with a firmer floor around the $1,813 zone; The Crypto Times has previously flagged the June capitulation low near $1,650 as the deeper level bulls do not want revisited.
The setup is cautiously bullish but conditional. A daily close above roughly $1,950 would strengthen the case for a run at $1,976 and then $2,000, particularly if MSSE flows and the broader ETF complex keep absorbing supply. A break below $1,875, by contrast, risks a deeper pullback toward support and would push the round-number reclaim further out.
Eleven years on, Ethereum’s engineering and institutional story have rarely looked stronger, and its price has rarely felt more disconnected from them. Whether $2,000 is next now rests less on the network’s fundamentals, which the market has largely stopped disputing, than on whether Wall Street’s newest, cheapest ETH wrapper can convert conviction into sustained buying. The birthday is fixed for July 30. The reclaim is not.
Also Read: Bitmine Stock (BMNR) Jumps 13% as Ethereum Holdings Near 5% Goal
Disclaimer: The information researched and reported by The Crypto Times is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional financial advice. Investing in crypto assets involves significant risk due to market volatility. Always Do Your Own Research (DYOR) and consult with a qualified Financial Advisor before making any investment decisions.
Buying a Louis Vuitton bag may have been on your agenda/wishlist for many years. Each time you are about to act, you realize the price has moved further up. Besides, there’s never a Black Friday markdown on a Neverfull tote, no clearance rack for a Speedy handbag. So if you are wondering if there is any way you can buy a Louis Vuitton bag for less in 2026, the short answer is yes, you can, but not in the traditional sense. The “discount” will come once you have enlightened yourself about the LV bag’s pricing, timing, and the right place to shop for it globally.
Before we get into the numbers, it helps to understand why these bags command such prices in the first place — our guide to Most Popular Louis Vuitton Bags 2026: 10 Iconic LV Bags Worth Investing In breaks down the craftsmanship, heritage, and exclusivity behind the brand’s appeal. That same exclusivity is exactly what’s driving 2026’s pricing strategy, with recent hikes ranging from roughly 2% on entry canvas styles to as much as 5.7% on leather-led pieces like the Low Key Cabas MM. Here’s what actually changed, what it means for your wallet, and where the real savings are in 2026.
How Louis Vuitton Bag Prices Went Up in May 2026?
Unlike prior rounds that touched leather goods and accessories broadly, this increase — Louis Vuitton’s second US adjustment since 2025 — landed on May 27, 2026, and was aimed squarely at handbags: the Speedy, Alma, Neverfull, Noé, Keepall, OnTheGo, and Pochette Métis families, along with newer leather-led silhouettes like the Low Key collection. Here’s exactly what moved, in dollars and percentages, comparing prices before August 2025 to the new May 2026 figures.
How Much Does a Louis Vuitton Speedy Cost in 2026?
Louis Vuitton Black Monogram Multi-color Speedy 45 Handbag in Good Condition
The Louis Vuitton Speedy is the bag that started it all, still the brand’s most recognizable shape, and got the gentlest treatment of any core line this round.
Style
Aug 2025 Price
May 2026 Price
Increase
%
Nano Speedy
$1,920
$1,960
+$40
2.1%
Speedy Bandoulière 25
$1,940
$1,980
+$40
2.1%
Speedy Bandoulière 30
$1,980
$2,040
+$60
3.0%
Speedy Bandoulière 35
$2,090
$2,150
+$60
2.9%
Speedy Bandoulière 40
$2,160
$2,220
+$40
2.8%
Louis Vuitton Speedy Bandoulière 30 Blue Denim Satchel Bag in Good Condition
The LV Speedy is also the easiest style to make an evidence-based case for buying pre-owned or holding onto: a Bandoulière 30 bought new for $1,640 in 2022 is worth roughly $2,040 today at retail, a 24.4% increase in four years, well ahead of most savings accounts and in line with how The Luxury Closet, PurseBop and Fashionphile, all track it as one of LV’s steadier “handbag math” performers.
How Much Does a Louis Vuitton Neverfull Cost in 2026?
Neverfull is still the best-selling tote in the lineup, and the one most shoppers searching “Louis Vuitton tote bag price” are actually looking for.
Louis Vuitton Limited Edition Stephen Sprouse Graffiti Neverfull GM Fuchsia Canvas Bag in Good Condition
Style
Aug 2025 Price
May 2026 Price
Increase
%
Neverfull PM
$2,100
$2,160
+$60
2.9%
Neverfull MM
$2,170
$2,240
+$70
3.2%
Neverfull GM
$2,240
$2,310
+$70
3.1%
Louis Vuitton Boulogne PM Black Monogram Empreinte Leather Shoulder Bag
Worth knowing if you’re shopping resale: in 2023, viral rumors claimed the Neverfull was being discontinued entirely — that turned out to be false. What actually happened is Louis Vuitton moved the classic Monogram, Damier, and Empreinte Neverfull to an in-store-only, order-and-collect model rather than an open online sale, partly to curb the flood of counterfeits the style attracts. It’s still in active production today (as the current retail prices above confirm), just harder to walk in and buy on the spot.
Louis Vuitton LV Garden Neverfull MM Metallic Silver Floral Monogram Canvas Bag in Good Condition
That reduced everyday availability is part of why pre-owned Neverfull MM listings have held firm — commonly $900–$1,500 for excellent-condition pieces — making resale a genuinely faster way to get one than joining a boutique waitlist.
If you want to be sure the bag is authentic, the following blog can be your guide: How to Spot a Fake Neverfull
How Much Does a Louis Vuitton Alma Cost in 2026?
Louis Vuitton’s Alma is a structured, top-handle option that plays the same “everyday classic” role as the Speedy but with a different silhouette.
Pre-Loved Louis Vuitton Monogram Alma Bag Into Bag Shoulder Bag Monogram Rouge in Good Condition
Style
Aug 2025 Price
May 2026 Price
Increase
%
Alma BB
$1,940
$2,000
+$60
3.1%
Alma PM
$2,090
$2,150
+$60
2.9%
Alma PM (Epi leather)
$2,850
$2,940
+$90
3.2%
Pre-Owned Louis Vuitton Alma PM Orange Epi Leather Bag in Good Condition
The Louis Vuitton Alma bag is a heritage icon, and with a structured silhouette, it is easy to maintain and holds its value well.
How Much Does a Louis Vuitton Noé Cost in 2026?
Louis Vuitton Noé Nano Monogram Canvas Bag in Good Condition
LV’s original drawstring bucket bag, the Noé, is one of the oldest continuously produced styles in the house’s history and saw some of the steepest percentage increases of any canvas line this round.
Style
Aug 2025 Price
May 2026 Price
Increase
%
Nano Noé
$1,750
$1,800
+$50
2.9%
Noé BB
$1,840
$1,900
+$60
3.3%
Petit Noé
$1,890
$1,950
+$60
3.2%
Noé
$1,950
$2,010
+$60
3.1%
How much do Louis Vuitton Travel and Everyday Leather Styles Cost in 2026?
Keepall (LV’s signature duffel), OnTheGo, Palm Springs, and Pochette Métis all moved together in the 2–3% band, which is typical for the brand’s more “workhorse” leather-adjacent pieces.
Style
Aug 2025 Price
May 2026 Price
Increase
%
Keepall Bandoulière 45
$2,570
$2,650
+$80
3.0%
Keepall Bandoulière 50
$2,630
$2,710
+$80
3.0%
Keepall Bandoulière 55
$2,700
$2,780
+$80
3.0%
OnTheGo MM
$3,300
$3,400
+$100
3.0%
OnTheGo GM
$3,450
$3,550
+$100
2.9%
Palm Springs Backpack Mini
$2,690
$2,770
+$80
3.0%
Palm Springs Backpack MM
$2,980
$3,050
+$70
2.3%
Pochette Métis
$2,760
$2,840
+$80
2.9%
How Much Does Keepall Bandoulière 45 Cost in 2026?
Louis Vuitton Keepall Bandouliere 45 Brown Monogram Canvas Leather Travel Bag in Good Condition
Retail rose from $2,570 to $2,650 (+3.0%) in May 2026 — one of LV’s oldest designs (dating to 1930), valued more for heritage and travel practicality than fast resale turnover.
How Much Does a Louis Vuitton OnTheGo GM Cost in 2026?
Louis Vuitton OnTheGo GM Brown Monogram Canvas Tote Bag in Good Condition
Now $3,550 after a 2.9% increase in May 2026 — launched in 2019, it’s become one of LV’s top-selling totes for work-to-travel versatility, though its resale track record is still young next to true classics.
How Much Does Louis Vuitton Palm Springs Mini Cost in 2026:
Louis Vuitton Brown PVC Palm Springs Mini Backpack in Good Condition
Rose from $2,690 to $2,770 (+3.0%) in May 2026 — a 2016 launch that became a streetwear favorite for its compact size, though it holds value less reliably than LV’s monogram canvas classics.
How Much Does Palm Springs MM Cost in 2026?
Louis Vuitton Palm Springs MM Monogram Canvas Brown Backpack Bag in Good Condition.
Rose from $2,980 to $3,050 (+2.3%) in May 2026 — the larger, more practical sibling to the Mini, with a smaller price jump this round but the same weaker resale footing next to true classics.
How Much Does a Pochette Métis Cost in 2026:
Louis Vuitton Pochette Metis By The Pool White Giant Monogram Canvas Bag
Climbed from $2,760 to $2,840 (+2.9%) in May 2026 — a perennially waitlisted design since the early 2010s, and that built-in scarcity makes it one of the stronger resale performers among LV’s newer styles.
LV CarryAll, Loop & Other Leather-Forward Styles Prices
These pieces sit slightly outside the “core classics,” but they’ve actually had a rougher couple of years than the Neverfull or Speedy — the CarryAll in particular has been hit twice.
Louis Vuitton CarryAll MM Tourterelle Monogram Giant Empreinte Leather Hobo in Good Condition
Style
Aug 2025 Price
May 2026 Price
Increase
%
CarryAll PM
$2,859
$2,940
+$81
2.8%
CarryAll MM
$2,960
$3,050
+$90
3.1%
Loop
$2,540
$2,620
+$80
3.1%
Loop Hobo
$3,050
$3,150
+$100
3.3%
Multi Pochette Accessoires
$2,840
$2,930
+$90
3.2%
The CarryAll is worth calling out specifically: it jumped $230–240 (8.6–9.4%) in April 2025 on top of a $100 increase in 2024, before this latest May 2026 bump — a roughly $400+ cumulative increase in about two years, well above the pace of the canvas classics.
LV’s Real Outliers: Prices of Low Key and Leather-Led Lines
Louis Vuitton Low Key Hobo PM Black Grained Calfskin Leather Shoulder Bag in Good Condition
This is where the “5.7%” figure comes from, and it’s worth flagging clearly because it skews the average if you’re not looking style-by-style. The newer, leather-heavy Low Key collection took the biggest hits of the entire round:
Style
Aug 2025 Price
May 2026 Price
Increase
%
Mini Shopper Tote
$3,900
$4,100
+$200
5.1%
Low Key Cookie MM
$3,500
$3,650
+$150
4.3%
Low Key Cabas MM
$4,400
$4,650
+$250
5.7%
Express PM
$4,200
$4,350
+$150
3.6%
Noé BB (Epi leather)
$2,990
$3,100
+$110
3.7%
Noé MM (Epi leather)
$3,350
$3,450
+$100
3.0%
The takeaway: if you’re shopping the classic canvas monogram bags — Neverfull, Speedy, Alma, Noé — you’re looking at a consistent, predictable 2–3.3% bump. It’s the newer leather-forward pieces where LV is testing meaningfully higher price elasticity.
Louis Vuitton Price Increase Trend (2013–2026): A few Statistics
This is not a one-time price spike but part of a long-term pricing trend Louis Vuitton prices remained relatively stable in the early 2010s Price growth accelerated between 2013 and 2019, averaging around 7% annually 2020 saw an exceptional surge, with single-year increases ranging from 18% to 30% This sharp jump was largely driven by pandemic disruptions and currency fluctuations Since then, pricing has stabilized into a more consistent 2–6% annual increase pattern 2025 alone had two separate US price hikes (April and August) The May 2026 increase continues this steady upward trajectory External factors also played a role:
New EU tariffs in 2025 led to a sharp US price adjustment in August This is why August 2025 serves as the pricing baseline in comparisons
Market context matters:
LVMH reported just 1% organic growth in Q1 2026 Its Fashion & Leather Goods division declined by 2%
Price increases are now happening in a softer luxury market, unlike previous years Recent hikes are considered more controlled compared to the aggressive increases of 2022–2023 It remains uncertain whether another US price increase will happen in 2026 A second round is possible, given that 2025 followed a similar pattern
Best Country to Buy Louis Vuitton in 2026: Why LV Bag Prices Differ Worldwide
Louis Vuitton sets a global reference price and adjusts it locally for currency, VAT, and import duty — but the gap between regions can still be a few hundred dollars on the same bag.
Europe
It is generally the most forgiving place to buy new. Eurozone countries share the same base price, and VAT ranges from about 19–25% depending on the country, most of which non-EU tourists can reclaim (Greece and Finland have among the highest refundable rates at up to 25%). After refunds, popular styles like the Neverfull or Speedy are often hundreds of dollars cheaper than in the US, even before you factor in exchange rates.
Best option if you’re already traveling, less so if you’re booking a trip just to shop, in which case you have the travel and hotel fare to add, too.
Japan
Japan competes closely with Europe. Tourists get an instant 10% consumption-tax refund at the register (no waiting for a card refund like in the EU), and when the yen is weak — as it has been through much of 2026 — Japan can edge out France by a small margin. The tipping point tends to sit around ¥150 to the dollar; above that, Japan tends to win, below it, France does.
One major advantage: a highly developed resale market, where pre-owned Louis Vuitton bags are often in excellent condition
Great destination for both new and vintage finds
The US
The USA carries the highest sticker prices of the major markets, plus state sales tax (7–10%+, no refund), and no VAT-style reclaim mechanism exists. The upside: no flights required, and the US has the deepest and most liquid resale market, which is where most of the real savings live for American buyers.
Dubai/UAE
The UAE offers a 5% VAT refund for tourists and strong availability, but base prices sit close to US levels, so total savings after refund are modest. That said, it can offer strong availability and a luxury shopping experience.
Dubai is home to a robust resale market, with trusted and authentic resale platforms such as The Luxury Closet offering a curated collection of pre-owned LV bags at great deals and discounts.
A word of caution: Exchange rates move daily, VAT refund processing fees eat into the reclaim (you rarely get the full statutory rate back), and travel costs can easily wipe out a $150–300 price gap. If a trip isn’t already planned, treat cross-border arbitrage as a nice-to-have, not the main strategy.
Case Study: Louis Vuitton NeverFull MM
The Neverfull MM remains Louis Vuitton’s most popular tote. Here’s how the classic Monogram canvas version is priced across key global cities as of July 2026, including realistic after-refund costs for tourists:
City / Market
Local Retail Price
Approx. USD Equivalent
After-Refund Effective Price (USD)
Notes
United States
$2,240
$2,240
$2,240
No refund available
Paris / France
€1,550
~$1,767
~$1,550–$1,590
~12% net VAT reclaim typical for non-EU tourists after fees
Luxembourg
€1,550
~$1,767
~$1,580–$1,620
Lower VAT reclaim rate than many EU peers
Hungary
€1,550
~$1,767
~$1,520–$1,560
Higher statutory VAT often yields stronger net refund
United Kingdom (London)
£1,430–£1,460
~$1,850–$1,890
~$1,850–$1,890
No VAT refund for non-UK visitors
Japan (Tokyo)
¥277,200
~$1,695
~$1,525
Full 10% consumption tax refunded instantly at register
Hong Kong
HK$16,800–HK$17,100
~$2,150–$2,190
~$2,150–$2,190
No sales tax
Singapore
S$2,700–S$2,850
~$2,050–$2,160
~$1,950–$2,050
GST refund possible for tourists (varies)
After VAT/GST refunds, Japan and several European countries (particularly Hungary and France) currently offer the strongest effective pricing on a brand-new Neverfull MM. The US, UK, Hong Kong, Singapore, Australia, and Dubai sit higher — which is why authenticated pre-owned remains the smartest route for many buyers seeking meaningful savings.
Key takeaways from the table:
Eurozone countries (Paris, Luxembourg, Hungary, etc.) share the identical €1,550 sticker price. The real difference for tourists is the VAT refund percentage and how smoothly the reclaim process works.
Japan currently offers one of the strongest effective prices after the instant tax refund.
The UK sits higher than continental Europe because of the post-Brexit loss of VAT refunds for visitors.
Hong Kong, Singapore, Australia, and Dubai cluster closer to (or above) US levels once currency is converted.
A word of caution on any of this: exchange rates move daily, VAT refund processing fees eat into the reclaim (you rarely get the full statutory rate back), and travel costs can easily wipe out a $150–300 price gap. If a trip isn’t already planned, treat cross-border arbitrage as a nice-to-have, not the main strategy.
So, Where is a Louis Vuitton Bag Cheapest in 2026?
Cheapest new Louis Vuitton bags → Europe (after VAT refund)
Best mix of price + resale → Japan
Best for pre-owned deals → United States
Least savings → UAE (unless you are buying pre-owned)
Buying Pre-Owned Louis Vuitton Bags, Totes & Purses: The Smartest Way to Save in 2026
Retail price increases only apply to items Louis Vuitton is currently selling new. They don’t touch the secondary market, where prices for LV bags, totes, and handbags are set by supply, demand, and condition — not by LVMH’s pricing committee. That decoupling is exactly why resale becomes more attractive every time retail goes up.
Authenticated pre-owned Louis Vuitton bags typically sell for 30–60% below current retail, depending on condition, rarity, and whether the style is discontinued. A Neverfull MM in excellent condition, for instance, regularly changes hands well under $1,500 — sometimes closer to $700–1,000 depending on canvas condition — versus $2,240 new. Classic, high-liquidity styles like the Neverfull, Speedy, and Alma tend to hold value best and are also the easiest to resell later if your taste changes.
How to Buy Louis Vuitton in 2026: A Smart Buying Guide for Maximum Value
If you want a brand-new bag and can travel: Europe (especially with a VAT refund) or Japan (with the yen still soft) will generally beat US retail, but only decisively if you’re already going. Book boutique appointments ahead of time — popular styles do sell out, and Paris flagship stores can have real wait times.
If you want a new bag without traveling: buy from the official LV boutique or website. You get the full warranty, but you’ll pay the highest all-in price of any channel, and there’s no way around it — Louis Vuitton doesn’t discount.
If value matters more than “brand new”: pre-owned is the strongest lever available in 2026. You get the same bag, the same warranty-eligible construction, at 30–60% off, and classics like the Neverfull and Speedy show minimal cosmetic aging with reasonable care. This is also the only channel where retail price hikes work in your favor — every increase widens the gap between new and pre-loved. The Luxury Closet and Fashionphile are solid options as both platforms specialize in authentication, which matters enormously in a category where convincing counterfeits are common.
Timing: LV typically adjusts US prices once or twice a year, with recent increases landing in spring (this year, May 27). Buying before an anticipated hike — or shortly after one, once pre-owned listings catch up to the new retail baseline — is both a reasonable approach; there’s no reliably “discounted” calendar window.
Quick Answers
Does Louis Vuitton ever go on sale?
No. LV maintains strict global pricing and does not run promotional discounts, even during off-season sale periods that other luxury brands participate in. Any “discount” comes from region, tax refunds, or the resale market.
Is Louis Vuitton a good investment?
Select classics (Neverfull, Speedy, Capucines) have shown steady appreciation — the Capucines rose roughly 45% between 2012 and 2025 — but LV doesn’t appreciate as aggressively or consistently as Hermès or Chanel. Think of it as value retention with occasional upside, not a guaranteed return. For a closer look at which specific styles make the cut, see The 10 Most Coveted Louis Vuitton Bags in 2026 & What Makes Them Iconic.
Is Louis Vuitton cheaper in Europe than in the US?
Yes, Louis Vuitton bags are often cheaper in Europe due to lower base pricing and VAT refunds for tourists, which can reduce the final cost significantly.
Which Louis Vuitton bag holds value the best?
Classic styles like the Speedy, Neverfull, and Alma tend to retain value well, especially in monogram canvas.
Where is Louis Vuitton cheapest right now?
As of mid-2026, Europe and Japan are running close, with the US consistently the most expensive major market. Pre-owned undercuts all of them.
How often does Louis Vuitton increase prices?
Louis Vuitton typically increases prices once or twice a year, depending on market conditions and demand.
Why did Louis Vuitton raise prices again in 2026?
LV cited rising production costs; several trackers also connect the timing to 2025’s EU tariff changes and general input-cost inflation across the luxury sector. The May 2026 round focused on handbags specifically, following two separate US adjustments in 2025.
What is the cheapest Louis Vuitton bag in 2026?
Entry-level canvas pieces like the Pochette Accessoires or Nano Speedy are typically among the most affordable options.
Is Louis Vuitton cheaper in Dubai than the US or Europe?
Not usually. A Neverfull MM retails around 8,150 AED (~$2,219) in Dubai, close to the $2,240 US price and higher than the €1,550 (~$1,550–1,590 after refund) Paris price. Dubai’s main advantage is the shopping experience and selection, not the sticker price.
Does Louis Vuitton offer a tax refund for tourists in the UAE?
Yes. The UAE refunds 5% VAT to eligible tourists through the official Tax Refund for Tourists Scheme at points of exit like Dubai International Airport, though the refund is smaller than the 19–25% VAT rates reclaimable in parts of Europe.
Where is the best place to buy Louis Vuitton in Dubai?
The main boutiques are at The Dubai Mall, Mall of the Emirates, and Dubai Mall Fashion Avenue, all carrying the full current collection. Prices are set globally in AED and don’t vary by mall within the city. For pre-loved options, you can explore trusted online platforms such as The Luxury Closet.
Is buying pre-owned Louis Vuitton common in Dubai and the UAE?
Yes, Dubai has an active pre-owned luxury market, with authenticated platforms, such as The Luxury Closet, offering Louis Vuitton bags at 30–60% below current retail, similar to the discount range seen in the US and Europe.
Does Louis Vuitton go on sale in Dubai?
No. Like everywhere else, Louis Vuitton doesn’t run promotional discounts or seasonal sales in the UAE. Any savings come from VAT refunds or the resale market, not retail markdowns.
How much is a Louis Vuitton Neverfull in Dubai in AED?
As of mid-2026, the Neverfull MM in Monogram canvas retails for approximately 8,150 AED including VAT.
Can I sell my Louis Vuitton bag online?
Yes. Platforms like The Luxury Closet let you sell Louis Vuitton bags entirely online, handling authentication, photography, and buyer matching on your behalf — a more secure route than peer-to-peer marketplaces, where authentication disputes and payment scams are more common.
How can I sell my Louis Vuitton bag in the UAE?
The most straightforward option is through an authenticated resale platform rather than a private sale or consignment store. The Luxury Closet, a UAE-based platform, offers a dedicated Louis Vuitton selling service — you submit your bag’s details, get it authenticated and appraised, and receive an offer without needing to find a buyer yourself.
P.S. Prices, VAT rates, and exchange rates shift regularly — treat the figures above as a 2026 snapshot of what you’ll actually pay for LV bags, totes, handbags, and purses rather than a live price list, and confirm current pricing directly with Louis Vuitton or your resale platform of choice before purchasing.
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Citations
. May 2026 US price increase (all bag-family tables)
PurseBop — “Louis Vuitton US Price Increase 2026” — https://www.pursebop.com/louis-vuitton-us-price-increase-2026/
FASHIONPHILE Academy — “Haute off the Press: 2026 Louis Vuitton Price Increase” — https://blog.fashionphile.com/haute-of-the-press-2026-louis-vuitton-price-increase/
2. 2025 price history (Aug 2025 baseline, CarryAll’s cumulative hikes, Alma BB Epi’s 21.8% jump)
FASHIONPHILE Academy — “Louis Vuitton Raises Its Prices (Again)” — https://blog.fashionphile.com/louis-vuitton-raises-its-prices-again/
WWD — “Louis Vuitton Has Increased Handbag Prices by 4% in the U.S.” — https://wwd.com/business-news/financial/louis-vuitton-price-increase-tariffs-us-1237101613/
PurseBop — “Louis Vuitton Global Price Increase 2025” — https://www.pursebop.com/louis-vuitton-europe-price-increase-2025/
Cited within the PurseBop May 2026 article (source #1 above)
4. Speedy 30 investment stat (24.4% four-year return)
FASHIONPHILE Academy, same “Haute off the Press” article (source #1)
5. Capucines appreciation stat (45% rise, $5,150→$7,450, 2012–2025)
Bragmybag — “Louis Vuitton Bag Price Guide” — https://www.bragmybag.com/louis-vuitton-bag-prices/
6. VAT refund rates (Greece/Finland 25%, France 20%, Hungary/Croatia higher-VAT-higher-refund)
Bragmybag, same price guide (source #5)
Bragmybag — “Where To Find Highest Tax-refund For Louis Vuitton Bag?” — https://www.bragmybag.com/where-to-find-highest-tax-refund-for-louis-vuitton-bag/
Award Cracker — “VAT Refund for Luxury Shoppers in Europe” — https://awardcracker.com/vat-refund-for-luxury-shoppers-in-europe/
7. Neverfull “discontinuation” rumor — debunked, moved to waitlist model
PurseBlog — “Is The Louis Vuitton Neverfull Being Discontinued?” — https://www.purseblog.com/louis-vuitton/louis-vuitton-neverfull-discontinued/
FifthAvenueGirl — “How to Buy the Louis Vuitton Neverfull in 2026” — https://fifthavenuegirl.com/buying-guide-louis-vuitton-neverfull/
8. Neverfull MM global city price table
Official Louis Vuitton regional sites (louisvuitton.com — France/EU, Japan, Australia, UAE/Middle East product pages), per your original sourcing
FifthAvenueGirl, same May 2026 guide as #7 (independently confirms France, UK, Hong Kong, Australia figures)
PurseBop, source #1 (confirms the US figure)
