Market Pulse archive
BullishJun 18, 2026Daily report

Bullish Pokemon TCG market pulse: Drifblim - 006 (Cosmos Holo) leads supported movers

Drifblim - 006 (Cosmos Holo) moved +236.7% over seven days while the report focuses on supported breadth, volume, set, and card-level signals.

Tracked

42,401

Up

1,009

Down

548

Top move

+236.7%

Today in one read

The Pokémon card market is experiencing a bullish sentiment, with 1009 cards up (65%), 548 cards down, and 40844 remaining flat. This positive trend is reflected in the historical context, where the market has averaged a 7-day change of +0.2% and a 30-day c...

Signal 1 / Signal read

Market Overview

Market signal

The Pokémon card market is experiencing a bullish sentiment, with 1009 cards up (65%), 548 cards down, and 40844 remaining flat. This positive trend is reflected in the historical context, where the market has averaged a 7-day change of +0.2% and a 30-day change of +1.8%. Notably, the total number of tracked cards stands at 42401, indicating a robust market activity. The current momentum suggests that investors should focus on high-performing cards, particularly those with significant recent gains.

Signal 2 / Momentum leader

Top Movers

Top mover

Drifblim - 006 (Cosmos Holo) leads the public-quality movers at +236.7% over seven days near $4.30. Use it alongside the breadth, volume, and set signals below to judge whether the move has support.

Signal 3 / Volume watch

Volume Watch

Demand spike

Several cards are exhibiting unusual volume spikes, signaling heightened demand. Totodile (ME Mega Evolution Promo) saw a 3.9x increase in volume, correlating with its 87.8% price rise. Drifblim - 006 (Cosmos Holo) also experienced a 4.2x volume increase alongside its 236.7% price jump, suggesting strong interest from collectors. This trend indicates that investors should closely monitor these cards for potential further appreciation.

Signal 4 / Sector map

Sector Analysis

Category read

7-Day Performance vs Market Average

Market Avg
+0.2%
SWSH10 Astral Rad...
+6.7%
SWSH11 Lost Origi...
+4.2%
Crown Zenith Gala...
+4.1%
SV07 Stellar Crown
+4.0%
SV Prismatic Evol...
+3.8%

SWSH11 Lost Origin Trainer Gallery also shows promise with a 7-day increase of +4.2%, outperforming the market by 4%. The set has a total value of $635.56 and an average price of $21.19 per card, with Chandelure as the top gainer at +45.6%. Meanwhile, SV Prismatic Evolutions, despite a 3.8% increase, has a composite score of 4, indicating that while some cards like Archaludon are performing well, the overall set may not be as strong as others.

Signal 5 / Cooling tape

Notable Declines

Decliner

Several cards are experiencing notable declines, presenting potential buy opportunities. Roxie's Performance (ME04 Chaos Rising) has fallen to $3.49, down 33.7%, while Canari (ME Ascended Heroes) is down 26.0% to $3.73. These cards, despite their current downturn, may offer significant upside potential given their historical performance and the overall market recovery.

Signal 6 / Set spotlight

Set Spotlight: SWSH11 Lost Origin Trainer Gallery

Set signal

SWSH11 Lost Origin Trainer Gallery has shown an average 7-day price change of +4.2%, with a total of 30 cards tracked. The average composite score is 22, indicating moderate quality among the cards. Chandelure stands out as the top card, having gained +45.6% recently. This set's performance suggests it could be a strong candidate for collectors and investors looking to capitalize on rising trends.

Signal 7 / Grading watch

Grading Watch

Grade signal
PSA 10 Grading Premiums
CardRawPSA 10PremiumPSA 10 Sales
Charizard card image
CharizardChecklist card
$5.01$303.0060.5x6
Gengar card image
GengarChecklist card
$5.99$394.9965.9x6
Pikachu ex (Pikachu 60) card image
Pikachu ex (Pikachu 60)Checklist card
$10.99$655.7259.7x5
N's Zekrom card image
N's ZekromChecklist card
$11.98$530.4844.3x10
Rowlet card image
RowletChecklist card
$8.82$385.9943.8x3
Larvitar card image
LarvitarChecklist card
$8.32$346.1541.6x5

PSA 10 premiums continue to demonstrate significant returns, particularly for Charizard, which has a raw price of $5.00 and a PSA 10 value of $303.00, yielding a 60.5x premium. Gengar follows with a raw price of $5.99 and a PSA 10 value of $394.99, representing a 65.9x premium. These trends indicate that investing in cards with high grading potential can yield substantial returns, making them attractive for long-term collectors.

Signal 8 / Fair value

Fair Value Buys

Value gap
Undervalued Cards — Fair Value Analysis
CardSignalMarketFair ValueUpsideConfidence
Flaaffy (Secret) card image
Flaaffy (Secret)Checklist card
STRONG BUY$7.56$38.64+411.1%51%
Silvally GX card image
Silvally GXChecklist card
STRONG BUY$8.84$42.20+377.4%55%
Mew (8) card image
Mew (8)Checklist card
STRONG BUY$10.02$40.35+302.7%67%
Raikou V card image
Raikou VChecklist card
STRONG BUY$5.68$22.51+296.3%85%
Naganadel & Guzzlord GX card image
Naganadel & Guzzlord GXChecklist card
STRONG BUY$11.35$47.52+318.7%56%

Several undervalued cards present strong buying opportunities. Shining Volcanion is currently priced at $7.08, with a fair value of $66.06, indicating an upside of +833.1%. Similarly, Nemona at $7.71 has a fair value of $63.13 (+718.8% upside). These cards, along with Darkrai EX at $11.79 (fair value $83.36, +607.0% upside), represent compelling investment opportunities for collectors seeking significant returns.

Signal 9 / Set spotlight

Set Value Tracker

Set signal
Set Value Changes (7 Day)
SetCards7d ChangeAvg PriceCard SalesTotal ValueSealed Sales
SWSH11 Lost Origin Trainer Gallery (2022)30.00+5.9%$21.193,492$635.560
ME04 Chaos Rising (2026)203.00-5.8%$5.3620,983$1,088.73180
Trick or Trade BOOster Bundle 2024 (2024)30.00+5.4%$0.4782$14.0284
Crown Zenith Galarian Gallery (2023)70.00+4.7%$39.4312,029$2,760.440
SV Paldean Fates (2024)340.00+3.3%$8.745,085$2,970.1118
SV08 Surging Sparks (2024)427.00+2.8%$3.3814,578$1,443.84203

SWSH11 Lost Origin Trainer Gallery has gained a total value of $635.56, reflecting a +5.9% increase over the past week, with an average card price of $21.19. In contrast, ME04 Chaos Rising has seen a decline in total value to $1088.73 (-5.8% 7d), with an average card price of $5.36. The disparity in performance highlights the importance of focusing on sets with strong sales and value retention, as evidenced by the demand for SWSH11.

Signal 10 / Pack tape

Pack Value Breakdown

Pack price
Best Pack Value — Sealed Product Comparison
Market30d SalesSetPacks$/PackProduct
$2.3717Trick or Trade BOOster Bundle 2024 (2024)6.000.40Trick or Trade BOOster Bundle 2024 - Mini Booster Pack
$36.4026ME03 Perfect Order (2026)6.006.07Perfect Order Booster Bundle
$218.8426ME03 Perfect Order (2026)36.006.08Perfect Order Booster Box
$6.2026ME03 Perfect Order (2026)1.006.20Perfect Order Booster Pack
$233.7518ME04 Chaos Rising (2026)36.006.49Chaos Rising Booster Box
$250.0024ME01 Mega Evolution (2025)36.006.94Mega Evolution Half Booster Box

The Trick or Trade BOOster Bundle 2024 offers the best value at $2.37 for 6 packs, translating to $0.40 per pack. In comparison, the Perfect Order Booster Box (ME03 Perfect Order) costs $218.84 for 36 packs, resulting in $6.08 per pack. This analysis suggests that collectors should consider purchasing sealed products that offer the best pack value to maximize their investment potential.

Signal 11 / Forward read

Looking Ahead

Outlook

As the market continues to show bullish sentiment, investors should monitor high-performing cards like Archaludon and Drifblim for potential further appreciation. Additionally, the arbitrage opportunities present a compelling avenue for profit, particularly in the eBay to TCGPlayer direction. With several undervalued cards also identified, collectors have a unique opportunity to capitalize on market trends and optimize their portfolios.

Market Pulse is generated from PokeLoupe market data and AI-assisted analysis. It is a collector research aid, not financial advice. Signals and picks are informational market commentary, not buy or sell recommendations. Verify condition, seller context, photos, and current marketplace pricing before buying.