Understanding BNB price history provides valuable context for current price levels and future potential. BNB's journey from an exchange utility token to a major Layer-1 blockchain asset is reflected in its price history.
BNB Price History by Year
2017 – ICO and Launch
BNB launched via ICO in July 2017 at approximately $0.10 USD. By the end of 2017, during the first major crypto bull run, BNB reached approximately $7 USD.
2018 – Bear Market
Like most cryptocurrencies, BNB fell significantly in 2018, dropping to around $4–6 USD by year end. However, BNB significantly outperformed the broader market during this bear period due to Binance's growing dominance.
2019 – BNB Chain Launch
The launch of Binance Chain in April 2019 was a major catalyst. BNB migrated from Ethereum and hit $30+ USD by late 2019.
2021 – Bull Run Peak
BNB exploded during the 2021 bull market, reaching approximately $690 USD in May 2021, driven by the explosive growth of BNB Smart Chain and DeFi adoption.
2024-2025 – New All-Time High
BNB reached a new all-time high of $1,369.99 on October 13, 2025, surpassing its previous record and cementing its position as a top-tier cryptocurrency asset.
2026 – Current Level
As of March 2026, BNB is trading around $628 USD, approximately 54% below its all-time high, which is typical for the current phase of the market cycle.
