Stray Kids and SEVENTEEN both secured spots in the IFPI's Global Artist Chart for 2025, the International Federation of the Phonographic Industry announced February 18.

The IFPI's annual ranking measures recording artists by their commercial performance across all formats and platforms worldwide. Both groups breaking into the top 15 continues K-Pop's strong showing in global music markets, following other recent chart successes like ENHYPEN's "THE SIN: VANISH" maintaining its three-week run at #1 on Billboard's World Albums chart.

Stray Kids had a massive 2025 with multiple releases keeping them in the spotlight. Their consistent album sales and streaming numbers across international markets helped secure their IFPI placement. The group's global fanbase has grown significantly, with their recent world tour stops selling out major venues across North America, Europe, and Asia.

SEVENTEEN also maintained their international momentum throughout 2025. The 13-member group's strategic releases and strong digital performance contributed to their IFPI recognition. Their ability to chart consistently across multiple countries demonstrates the group's sustained global appeal.

The IFPI Global Artist Chart represents one of the music industry's most comprehensive measures of worldwide success, factoring in physical sales, digital downloads, and streaming data from major markets. For K-Pop acts to consistently appear on these rankings shows the genre's continued expansion beyond its traditional strongholds.

Both groups join a select number of Korean artists who have achieved IFPI recognition in recent years. The ranking system considers all commercial formats, making it a significant achievement for any artist to reach the top 15.

The complete IFPI Global Artist Chart rankings and detailed methodology are available through the organization's official channels. This recognition adds another accolade to both groups' already impressive 2025 achievements as they head into the new year with strong global positioning.