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BullishJun 5, 2026Daily report

Bidoof Soars 6666.7% as Market Sentiment Remains Bullish

A significant uptick in card values signals a robust investment climate for collectors.

Tracked

41,908

Up

1,137

Down

526

Top move

+6666.7%

Today in one read

The Pokémon card market is experiencing a bullish sentiment with 68% of tracked cards, totaling 41,908, showing gains. Historical context reveals that the market average over the past 7 days is up 1%, while the 30-day change stands at 2.1%. Notably, 1,137 c...

Signal 1 / Signal read

Market Overview

Market signal

The Pokémon card market is experiencing a bullish sentiment with 68% of tracked cards, totaling 41,908, showing gains. Historical context reveals that the market average over the past 7 days is up 1%, while the 30-day change stands at 2.1%. Notably, 1,137 cards have increased in value, while 526 have declined, indicating a strong upward trend. The total sales volume for the past week reached 80,908, reflecting heightened collector activity.

Signal 2 / Momentum leader

Top Movers

Top mover

Leading the charge this week is Bidoof (Pokemon GO #059/078), skyrocketing to $26.39 with a staggering increase of 6666.7%. Numel (Pokemon GO #013/078) follows closely at $22.25, up 6257.1%. Other notable gainers include Spinarak at $16.43 (+3634.1%) and Bruno (Prize Pack Series Cards #121/163) at $5.80 (+2316.7%). Charcadet (ME Mega Evolution Promo #022) also saw impressive growth, reaching $55.78, marking a 1878.0% increase.

Signal 3 / Volume watch

Volume Watch

Demand spike

Unusual volume spikes indicate strong demand for specific cards. Drifblim (Cosmos Holo) from the ME Mega Evolution Promo saw a 4.3x increase in volume with a price rise of 231.5%. Hilda (SV White Flare) matched this volume spike at 4.3x with no price change, suggesting stable interest. Additionally, Charizard (McDonalds Promos 2024) experienced a 3.9x volume increase, signaling robust collector engagement despite no price movement.

Signal 4 / Sector map

Sector Analysis

Category read

7-Day Performance vs Market Average

Market Avg
+1.0%
ME Mega Evolution...
+107.5%
Pokemon GO
+101.0%
SV Scarlet and Vi...
-6.6%
Prize Pack Series...
+6.9%
SWSH10 Astral Rad...
+6.8%

The ME Mega Evolution Promo (2025) is outperforming the market significantly with an average 7-day price change of +107.5%, eclipsing the market average of +1% by 106.6%. This set boasts a total value of $3,743.78 and an average card price of $43.03, with Charcadet leading as the top gainer at +1878.0%. In contrast, the SV Scarlet and Violet Promo Cards (2023) are underperforming, with a 7-day average decline of -6.6%, driven down by notable losers like Tinkaton (-95.3%) and Snorlax (-92.3%). This set has a total value of $8,260.84, reflecting a -15.2% change, indicating a decline in collector interest compared to the thriving ME Mega Evolution Promo sector.

Signal 5 / Cooling tape

Notable Declines

Decliner

Several cards have seen significant declines, presenting potential buy opportunities for savvy investors. Tinkaton - 020 (Prerelease) has plummeted to $5.64, down 95.3%, while Snorlax is now priced at $23.47 after a 92.3% drop. With fair value assessments suggesting recovery potential, these cards may be worth considering for future gains, especially if market sentiment shifts.

Signal 6 / Set spotlight

Set Spotlight: ME Mega Evolution Promo (2025)

Set signal

The ME Mega Evolution Promo set has emerged as a standout performer, showcasing an impressive 7-day average price change of +107.5%. With 87 cards tracked and a total value of $3,743.78, this set's average card price is $43.03. Charcadet leads the charge with a remarkable increase of 1878.0%, while other cards like Tyrunt and N's Zekrom also show strong momentum, indicating a healthy collector interest in this set.

Signal 7 / Grading watch

Grading Watch

Grade signal
PSA 10 Grading Premiums
CardPremiumRAW PricePSA 10 PricePSA 10 Sales
Hoothoot75.6x9.99755.403.00
Dragonite59.4x5.99355.973.00
Pikachu ex (Pikachu 60)71.7x9.99716.606.00
Gengar65.9x5.99394.996.00
Litten55.7x9.99555.993.00
Mega Charizard Y ex40.2x7.82314.628.00

The PSA 10 premium trends are noteworthy, particularly for cards like Hoothoot, which shows a staggering 75.6x premium from a raw price of $9.99 to $755.40. Dragonite also commands a 59.4x premium, highlighting the potential for significant ROI in grading. Investors should consider cards like Gengar and Pikachu ex, which also exhibit strong premiums of 65.9x and 71.7x, respectively, making them prime candidates for grading investment.

Signal 8 / Fair value

Fair Value Buys

Value gap
Undervalued Cards — Fair Value Analysis
CardSignalUpside %ConfidenceFair ValueCurrent Price
Shining VolcanionSTRONG_BUY709.0051%63.517.85
NemonaSTRONG_BUY737.1085%58.857.03
Darkrai EXSTRONG_BUY683.0055%82.9210.59
Ho-Oh EXSTRONG_BUY621.8053%43.386.01
Flaaffy (Secret)STRONG_BUY403.7051%37.027.35
ArvenSTRONG_BUY489.5085%61.8410.49

Several undervalued cards present compelling investment opportunities. Shining Volcanion, currently priced at $7.85, has a fair value of $63.51, indicating a potential upside of 709.0% with a STRONG_BUY signal and 51% confidence. Similarly, Nemona at $7.03 shows a fair value of $58.85 for a 737.1% upside, backed by an 85% confidence level. Other cards like Darkrai EX and Ho-Oh EX also exhibit strong upside potential, making them attractive targets for investors.

Signal 9 / Set spotlight

Set Value Tracker

Set signal
Set Value Changes (7 Day)
SetCards7d ChangeAvg PriceCard SalesTotal ValueSealed Sales
ME Mega Evolution Promo (2025)87.0029.9043.0314,1793,743.780
Pokemon GO (2022)165.0015.203.452,198569.444.00
SV Scarlet and Violet Promo Cards (2023)290.00-15.2028.4910,4048,260.840
ME04 Chaos Rising (2026)201.00-14.506.0817,3011,222.41140.00
SV Black Bolt (2025)424.0011.208.129,0653,442.63260.00
SV05 Temporal Forces (2024)368.008.103.704,7781,361.930

This week, the ME Mega Evolution Promo (2025) gained the most total value, increasing by 29.9% to a total value of $3,743.78. In contrast, the SV Scarlet and Violet Promo Cards (2023) saw a decline of 15.2%, now valued at $8,260.84. The average card price in the ME Mega Evolution Promo is $43.03, significantly higher than the average $28.49 in the SV Scarlet and Violet Promo, indicating stronger demand for the former. Sealed product demand remains robust, particularly for the ME Mega Evolution set, with no sealed sales reported for the SV Scarlet and Violet set.

Signal 10 / Pack tape

Pack Value Breakdown

Pack price
Best Pack Value — Sealed Product Comparison
SetPacksPrice$/PackProduct30d Sales
Trick or Trade BOOster Bundle 2024 (2024)6.002.110.35Trick or Trade BOOster Bundle 2024 - Mini Booster Pack22.00
ME03 Perfect Order (2026)1.005.875.87Perfect Order Booster Pack30.00
ME03 Perfect Order (2026)36.00222.256.17Perfect Order Booster Box30.00
ME03 Perfect Order (2026)6.0040.136.69Perfect Order Booster Bundle30.00
ME04 Chaos Rising (2026)36.00242.356.73Chaos Rising Booster Box14.00
ME01 Mega Evolution (2025)1.006.926.92Mega Evolution Booster Pack29.00

The Trick or Trade BOOster Bundle 2024 offers the best value at $2.11 for 6 packs, equating to $0.35 per pack. In contrast, the Perfect Order Booster Pack (ME03 Perfect Order 2026) is priced at $5.87 for a single pack. The Perfect Order Booster Box (ME03 Perfect Order 2026) offers a competitive price of $6.17 per pack. Investors should consider these options for cost-effective entry points into the market.

Signal 11 / Forward read

Looking Ahead

Outlook

As the market continues to show bullish sentiment, sectors like the ME Mega Evolution Promo warrant close attention due to their significant price increases and collector interest. Investors should monitor the performance of undervalued cards like Shining Volcanion and Nemona, which show substantial upside potential. Additionally, the arbitrage opportunities present a lucrative avenue for profit, particularly in the eBay to TCGPlayer direction. Keeping an eye on volume spikes and grading trends will also be crucial for making informed investment decisions.

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