Grading Watch leads today's Market Pulse
The primary section leads a full evidence-backed report across cards, sets, grading, sales volume, modeled prices, and sealed products.
Tracked
42,951
Up
447
Down
703
Top move
+84.9%
Primary market focus
Ampharos
Market
$11.00
-19.5%
7d trendMarket breadth
Metric: Share of cards with a recorded direction · Window: 7-day measurement window · Source: PokeLoupe daily market snapshot
Breadth uses 1,150 cards with a recorded direction. The 42,951 tracked-card universe is shown separately; unclassified cards are not labeled flat.
| Up | Down | Recorded direction | Tracked universe |
|---|---|---|---|
| 447 | 703 | 1,150 | 42,951 |
Since the previous report
What changed
- 88 more cards rose than in the previous report (447 today).
- New to the lead coverage: Ampharos and Mareep.
- Grading Watch is today's primary read; every available core market domain is covered with non-duplicative evidence.
Grading read
Grading Watch
Mareep also demonstrates a strong premium at 26.8x, priced at $9.50 raw and $255.00 in PSA 10, with 3 sales.
- Flareon follows with a premium of 25.5x, raw at $19.99 and PSA 10 at $509.99, backed by 3 sales.
- Other notable cards include Milotic at 23.8x and Team Rocket's Wobbuffet at 23.6x, indicating robust market interest in graded cards.
Premium multiple and confirmed sales
Metric: PSA 10 price divided by raw price · Window: 30-day grading premium snapshot · Source: PokeLoupe daily market snapshot
Inspect exact values6 rowsPSA 10 Grading Premiums
- Raw
- $11.00
- PSA 10
- $339.95
- Premium
- 30.9x
- PSA 10 Sales
- 5
- Raw
- $9.50
- PSA 10
- $255.00
- Premium
- 26.8x
- PSA 10 Sales
- 3
- Raw
- $19.99
- PSA 10
- $509.99
- Premium
- 25.5x
- PSA 10 Sales
- 3
- Raw
- $8.68
- PSA 10
- $206.75
- Premium
- 23.8x
- PSA 10 Sales
- 5
- Raw
- $12.08
- PSA 10
- $285.00
- Premium
- 23.6x
- PSA 10 Sales
- 5
- Raw
- $17.71
- PSA 10
- $463.50
- Premium
- 26.2x
- PSA 10 Sales
- 4
Momentum read
Top Movers
Brave Bangle leads with a striking price increase of $5.14, up 84.9%, while Legacy Energy follows at $4.20, up 59.1%.
- Mega Excadrill ex has risen to $9.39, marking a 55.0% gain.
- Morpeko ex is also notable, now priced at $136.12, up 48.9%.
- Mega Gengar ex shows a solid increase to $63.71, up 34.8%, reflecting strong collector interest.
Top Gainers — 14-Day Price Comparison
Metric: Indexed price, first valid observation = 100 · Window: 14-day recorded price history · Source: PokeLoupe recorded market-price history · Graph shows the first 4 series; inspect exact values for all 6.
Inspect exact values9 rowsTop Gainers — 14-Day Price Comparison
| Date |  |  |  |  |  |  |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 12 | $195.65 | — | $61.54 | $15.09 | $3.70 | — |
| Jul 18 | $91.43 | $2.78 | $47.26 | $6.06 | $3.89 | $18.06 |
| Jul 19 | $90.01 | $2.99 | $58.83 | $7.57 | $4.65 | $18.03 |
| Jul 20 | $105.04 | $3.48 | $59.67 | $9.21 | $3.83 | $18.53 |
| Jul 21 | $108.88 | $3.98 | $60.68 | $9.19 | $4.05 | $18.14 |
| Jul 22 | $114.58 | $4.42 | $61.13 | $9.70 | $4.00 | $18.03 |
| Jul 23 | $122.15 | $3.82 | $61.35 | $9.11 | $4.04 | $17.69 |
| Jul 24 | $131.05 | $4.52 | $62.84 | $9.35 | $4.43 | $18.85 |
| Jul 26 | $136.12 | $5.14 | $63.71 | $9.39 | $4.20 | $27.83 |
Inspect exact values6 rowsTop Mover Evidence
- Market
- $5.14
- 30d Sales
- 179
- 7d Change
- +84.9%
- 30d Change
- +84.9%
- Market
- $4.20
- 30d Sales
- 74
- 7d Change
- +59.1%
- 30d Change
- +59.5%
- Market
- $9.39
- 30d Sales
- 214
- 7d Change
- +55.0%
- 30d Change
- -29.6%
- Market
- $27.83
- 30d Sales
- 14
- 7d Change
- +54.1%
- 30d Change
- +54.1%
- Market
- $136.12
- 30d Sales
- 424
- 7d Change
- +48.9%
- 30d Change
- -31.9%
- Market
- $63.71
- 30d Sales
- 505
- 7d Change
- +34.8%
- 30d Change
- -13.0%
| Card | Set | Market | 30d Sales | 7d Change | 30d Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|  | $5.14 | 179 | +84.9% | +84.9% |
|  | $4.20 | 74 | +59.1% | +59.5% |
| | $9.39 | 214 | +55.0% | -29.6% |
|  | $27.83 | 14 | +54.1% | +54.1% |
| | $136.12 | 424 | +48.9% | -31.9% |
|  | $63.71 | 505 | +34.8% | -13.0% |
Volume read
Volume Watch
Charizard V and Charizard (Base Set Shadowless) are experiencing significant volume spikes, with current sales at 3.2x and 3.5x their typical 7-day sales respectively.
- This surge indicates heightened demand for these iconic cards, suggesting a potential shift in collector focus.
Current sales versus typical weekly sales
Metric: Current and typical 7-day sales · Window: Current 7-day sales versus 30-day weekly baseline · Source: PokeLoupe daily market snapshot
Inspect exact values3 rowsVolume Spike Evidence
- Market
- $90.83
- Price Change
- 0.0%
- Volume Multiple
- 3.2x
- Current 7d Sales
- 30
- Typical 7d Sales
- 9
- Market
- $250.00
- Price Change
- 0.0%
- Volume Multiple
- 3.5x
- Current 7d Sales
- 38
- Typical 7d Sales
- 11
- Market
- $51.71
- Price Change
- +13.7%
- Volume Multiple
- 3.0x
- Current 7d Sales
- 31
- Typical 7d Sales
- 10
| Card | Set | Market | Price Change | Volume Multiple | Current 7d Sales | Typical 7d Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 |  | $90.83 | 0.0% | 3.2x | 30 | 9 |
 |  | $250.00 | 0.0% | 3.5x | 38 | 11 |
 | | $51.71 | +13.7% | 3.0x | 31 | 10 |
Price reset
Notable Declines
Manectric has seen a drastic decline to $3.59, down 72.5%, with a notable sales volume of 367.
- Greninja ex follows closely, priced at $3.59, down 29.8% with 96 sales.
- The overall bearish sentiment is reflected in these pullbacks, indicating a challenging environment for certain cards.
Decliners — 14-Day Price Comparison
Metric: Indexed price, first valid observation = 100 · Window: 14-day recorded price history · Source: PokeLoupe recorded market-price history · Graph shows the first 4 series; inspect exact values for all 6.
Inspect exact values9 rowsDecliners — 14-Day Price Comparison
| Date |  |  |  |  |  |  |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 12 | $3.92 | $18.95 | $5.89 | $4.47 | $8.67 | $5.37 |
| Jul 18 | $3.48 | $3.81 | $5.18 | $4.44 | $9.71 | $4.75 |
| Jul 19 | $3.44 | $3.82 | $5.33 | $4.71 | $9.63 | $5.05 |
| Jul 20 | $3.57 | $3.79 | $5.08 | $3.86 | $9.79 | $4.74 |
| Jul 21 | $3.43 | $3.67 | $5.07 | $3.93 | $9.23 | $4.64 |
| Jul 22 | $3.74 | $4.97 | $5.45 | $3.83 | $8.84 | $4.49 |
| Jul 23 | $3.58 | $5.22 | $5.09 | $3.60 | $8.44 | $4.54 |
| Jul 24 | $3.45 | $4.08 | $4.70 | $3.73 | $8.50 | $4.67 |
| Jul 26 | $3.46 | $3.59 | $4.95 | $3.59 | $7.32 | $4.70 |
Inspect exact values6 rowsDecliner Evidence
- Market
- $3.59
- 30d Sales
- 367
- 7d Change
- -72.5%
- 30d Change
- -72.5%
- Market
- $3.59
- 30d Sales
- 96
- 7d Change
- -29.8%
- 30d Change
- -45.7%
- Market
- $3.46
- 30d Sales
- 146
- 7d Change
- -26.0%
- 30d Change
- -29.2%
- Market
- $7.32
- 30d Sales
- 162
- 7d Change
- -24.6%
- 30d Change
- -26.9%
- Market
- $4.95
- 30d Sales
- 137
- 7d Change
- -23.0%
- 30d Change
- -19.5%
- Market
- $4.70
- 30d Sales
- 37
- 7d Change
- -21.6%
- 30d Change
- -23.3%
| Card | Set | Market | 30d Sales | 7d Change | 30d Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| | $3.59 | 367 | -72.5% | -72.5% |
| | $3.59 | 96 | -29.8% | -45.7% |
| | $3.46 | 146 | -26.0% | -29.2% |
|  | $7.32 | 162 | -24.6% | -26.9% |
|  | $4.95 | 137 | -23.0% | -19.5% |
| | $4.70 | 37 | -21.6% | -23.3% |
Sector read
Set Comparisons
ME05 Pitch Black (2026) outperforms the market with an average 7-day price change of +7.7%, compared to the overall market average of -0.2%.
- In contrast, SV Scarlet and Violet 151 (2023) underperforms with a -2.4% change, highlighting the contrasting fortunes of recent sets.
7-Day Performance Relative to Market
Metric: Vs Market · Window: 7-day measurement window · Source: PokeLoupe daily market snapshot
0.0%
Inspect exact values5 rowsSet Comparison Evidence
- 30d Sales
- 4,276
- 7d Change
- +2.1%
- Vs Market
- +2.3%
- 30d Change
- -7.3%
- Cards Tracked
- 17
- 30d Sales
- 4,201
- 7d Change
- +2.0%
- Vs Market
- +2.2%
- 30d Change
- -3.3%
- Cards Tracked
- 36
- 30d Sales
- 4,588
- 7d Change
- -2.4%
- Vs Market
- -2.2%
- 30d Change
- -12.1%
- Cards Tracked
- 44
- 30d Sales
- 1,369
- 7d Change
- +2.0%
- Vs Market
- +2.2%
- 30d Change
- -4.2%
- Cards Tracked
- 24
- 30d Sales
- 9,164
- 7d Change
- +7.7%
- Vs Market
- +7.8%
- 30d Change
- -30.2%
- Cards Tracked
- 30
| Set | 30d Sales | 7d Change | Vs Market | 30d Change | Cards Tracked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 4,276 | +2.1% | +2.3% | -7.3% | 17 |
 | 4,201 | +2.0% | +2.2% | -3.3% | 36 |
 | 4,588 | -2.4% | -2.2% | -12.1% | 44 |
 | 1,369 | +2.0% | +2.2% | -4.2% | 24 |
| 9,164 | +7.7% | +7.8% | -30.2% | 30 |
Set read
Set Value Tracker
The strongest estimated tracked-card basket change is ME04 Chaos Rising (2026) at +2.5%, with a basket value of $725.59 from 8,891 sales.
- Conversely, ME02 Phantasmal Flames (2025) shows a decline of -4.3% with a basket value of $1,308.75, reflecting the varying performance across sets.
Set Value Performance — Top 5, Market Average, Bottom 5
Metric: 7-day basket-value change · Window: 7-day measurement window · Source: PokeLoupe daily market snapshot
Top 5
Highest measured change
- 01
+2.5%
- 02
+0.8%
- 03
+0.7%
- 04
+0.4%
- 05
+0.4%
Bottom 5
Lowest measured change
- 01
-4.3%
- 02
-3.3%
- 03
-2.8%
- 04
-2.6%
- 05
-2.5%
Inspect exact values11 rowsSet Value Performance — Top 5, Market Average, Bottom 5
- 7d Change
- +2.5%
- Card Sales
- 8,891
- Total Value
- $725.59
- 7d Change
- +0.8%
- Card Sales
- 310
- Total Value
- $272.80
- 7d Change
- +0.7%
- Card Sales
- 3,774
- Total Value
- $2,601.28
- 7d Change
- +0.4%
- Card Sales
- 1,317
- Total Value
- $311.29
- 7d Change
- +0.4%
- Card Sales
- 209
- Total Value
- $256.80
| Set | 7d Change | Card Sales | Total Value |
|---|---|---|---|
 | +2.5% | 8,891 | $725.59 |
 | +0.8% | 310 | $272.80 |
 | +0.7% | 3,774 | $2,601.28 |
 | +0.4% | 1,317 | $311.29 |
 | +0.4% | 209 | $256.80 |
- 7d Change
- -4.3%
- Card Sales
- 4,276
- Total Value
- $1,308.75
- 7d Change
- -3.3%
- Card Sales
- 1,326
- Total Value
- $519.45
- 7d Change
- -2.8%
- Card Sales
- 5,546
- Total Value
- $1,635.27
- 7d Change
- -2.6%
- Card Sales
- 2,737
- Total Value
- $1,253.38
- 7d Change
- -2.5%
- Card Sales
- 3,698
- Total Value
- $1,225.53
| Set | 7d Change | Card Sales | Total Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| -4.3% | 4,276 | $1,308.75 |
 | -3.3% | 1,326 | $519.45 |
| -2.8% | 5,546 | $1,635.27 |
| -2.6% | 2,737 | $1,253.38 |
 | -2.5% | 3,698 | $1,225.53 |
Sealed read
Sealed Value Tracker
The Pitch Black Elite Trainer Box (ME05 Pitch Black 2026) shows a significant increase of +67.7%, currently valued at $78.96.
- In contrast, the Sinnoh Star Mini Tin Display has declined by -45%, now at $242.07, indicating mixed performance in the sealed products market.
Sealed Performance — Top 5, Market Average, Bottom 5
Metric: 7-day median vs 30-day median · Window: 7-day median versus 30-day median baseline · Source: PokeLoupe sealed-product price history
Top 5
Highest measured change
- 01
+67.7%
- 02
+49.7%
- 03
+20.0%
- 04
+15.6%
- 05
+15.5%
Bottom 5
Lowest measured change
- 01
-45.0%
- 02
-12.0%
- 03
-11.3%
- 04
-6.6%
- 05
-6.4%
Inspect exact values11 rowsSealed Performance — Top 5, Market Average, Bottom 5
- 30d Sales
- 6
- 7d Change
- +67.7%
- 7d Median
- $122.58
- 30d Median
- $73.10
- Current Value
- $78.96
- 30d Sales
- 5
- 7d Change
- +49.7%
- 7d Median
- $97.50
- 30d Median
- $65.11
- Current Value
- $101.61
- 30d Sales
- 3
- 7d Change
- +20.0%
- 7d Median
- $7,497.99
- 30d Median
- $6,248.50
- Current Value
- $8,000.00
- 30d Sales
- 17
- 7d Change
- +15.6%
- 7d Median
- $2.27
- 30d Median
- $1.96
- Current Value
- $2.17
- 30d Sales
- 7
- 7d Change
- +15.5%
- 7d Median
- $17.10
- 30d Median
- $14.81
- Current Value
- $13.94
| Product | Set | 30d Sales | 7d Change | 7d Median | 30d Median | Current Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | | 6 | +67.7% | $122.58 | $73.10 | $78.96 |
 |  | 5 | +49.7% | $97.50 | $65.11 | $101.61 |
 |  | 3 | +20.0% | $7,497.99 | $6,248.50 | $8,000.00 |
 |  | 17 | +15.6% | $2.27 | $1.96 | $2.17 |
 | | 7 | +15.5% | $17.10 | $14.81 | $13.94 |
- 30d Sales
- 49
- 7d Change
- -45.0%
- 7d Median
- $71.50
- 30d Median
- $129.99
- Current Value
- $242.07
- 30d Sales
- 18
- 7d Change
- -12.0%
- 7d Median
- $48.61
- 30d Median
- $55.21
- Current Value
- $40.36
- 30d Sales
- 26
- 7d Change
- -11.3%
- 7d Median
- $894.39
- 30d Median
- $1,008.71
- Current Value
- $965.21
- 30d Sales
- 8
- 7d Change
- -6.6%
- 7d Median
- $232.12
- 30d Median
- $248.64
- Current Value
- $218.40
- 30d Sales
- 25
- 7d Change
- -6.4%
- 7d Median
- $6.91
- 30d Median
- $7.38
- Current Value
- $8.42
| Product | Set | 30d Sales | 7d Change | 7d Median | 30d Median | Current Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 |  | 49 | -45.0% | $71.50 | $129.99 | $242.07 |
 | | 18 | -12.0% | $48.61 | $55.21 | $40.36 |
 | | 26 | -11.3% | $894.39 | $1,008.71 | $965.21 |
 | | 8 | -6.6% | $232.12 | $248.64 | $218.40 |
 | | 25 | -6.4% | $6.91 | $7.38 | $8.42 |
Set read
Set Spotlight: ME05 Pitch Black (2026)
ME05 Pitch Black (2026) has an average 7-day price change of +7.7%, with a composite score of 29.
- The set features 30 cards, with Brave Bangle as the top gainer.
- Despite the overall bearish market sentiment, this set's performance indicates pockets of strength.
Featured set profile
Snapshot profile · Window: 7-day measurement window · Source: PokeLoupe daily market snapshot
- Year
- 2026
- Top Card
- Gladion's Final Battle
- Cards Tracked
- 30
- Composite Score
- 29.00
Inspect exact values1 rowME05 Pitch Black Evidence
- Year
- 2026
- Top Card
- Gladion's Final Battle
- Cards Tracked
- 30
- Composite Score
- 29.00
- Average 7d Change
- +7.7%
- High Momentum Cards
- 0
| Set | Year | Top Card | Cards Tracked | Composite Score | Average 7d Change | High Momentum Cards |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Gladion's Final Battle | 30 | 29.00 | +7.7% | 0 |
Fair value read
Solid Value Plays
Ampharos GX is currently priced at $8.35, with a modeled reference of $113.70, indicating a 1261.7% model gap at 50% confidence.
- Trevenant VMAX (Secret) shows a current price of $6.80 against a modeled reference of $64.78, reflecting an 852.6% gap with 55% confidence.
- These substantial discrepancies suggest potential opportunities for value assessment.
Market price and modeled reference range
Metric: Market price compared with modeled reference · Window: Latest modeled-reference snapshot · Source: PokeLoupe daily market snapshot
$8.35 → $113.70+1261.7%50%
$6.80 → $64.78+852.6%55%
$6.91 → $62.99+811.6%85%
$6.75 → $56.11+731.3%61%
$6.76 → $47.35+600.4%51%
$12.91 → $80.93+526.9%51%
Inspect exact values6 rowsCurrent Price vs Modeled Reference
- Market
- $8.35
- Confidence
- 50%
- Model Gap %
- +1261.7%
- Modeled Reference
- $113.70
- Market
- $6.80
- Confidence
- 55%
- Model Gap %
- +852.6%
- Modeled Reference
- $64.78
- Market
- $6.91
- Confidence
- 85%
- Model Gap %
- +811.6%
- Modeled Reference
- $62.99
- Market
- $6.75
- Confidence
- 61%
- Model Gap %
- +731.3%
- Modeled Reference
- $56.11
- Market
- $6.76
- Confidence
- 51%
- Model Gap %
- +600.4%
- Modeled Reference
- $47.35
- Market
- $12.91
- Confidence
- 51%
- Model Gap %
- +526.9%
- Modeled Reference
- $80.93
| Card | Market | Confidence | Model Gap % | Modeled Reference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 | $8.35 | 50% | +1261.7% | $113.70 |
 | $6.80 | 55% | +852.6% | $64.78 |
 | $6.91 | 85% | +811.6% | $62.99 |
 | $6.75 | 61% | +731.3% | $56.11 |
 | $6.76 | 51% | +600.4% | $47.35 |
 | $12.91 | 51% | +526.9% | $80.93 |
Pack read
Pack Value Plays
The Pitch Black Sleeved Booster Pack (ME05 Pitch Black 2026) is priced at $7.11 for 1 pack, while the Chaos Rising Sleeved Booster Pack (ME04 Chaos Rising 2026) is at $6.70 for 1 pack.
- The Lumiose City Mini Tin [Gallade & Goomy] offers 2 packs for $14.70, equating to $7.35 per pack.
- These comparisons highlight the current pricing landscape for sealed products.
Lowest observed price per pack
Metric: $/Pack · Window: Latest sealed-product snapshot · Source: PokeLoupe daily market snapshot · Showing 5 of 19 products
- 01
$0.25/ pack$8.99 · 36 packs
- 02
$2.67/ pack$15.99 · 6 packs
- 03
$5.75/ pack$5.75 · 1 packs
- 04
$5.90/ pack$5.90 · 1 packs
- 05
$5.95/ pack$5.95 · 1 packs
Inspect exact values19 rowsPrice per Pack — Sealed Product Comparison
- Market
- $6.70
- Packs
- 1
- $/Pack
- $6.70
- Market
- $7.11
- Packs
- 1
- $/Pack
- $7.11
![Lumiose City Mini Tin [Gallade & Goomy] product image](https://tcgplayer-cdn.tcgplayer.com/product/685579_200w.jpg)
- Market
- $14.70
- Packs
- 2
- $/Pack
- $7.35
![Pitch Black 3-Pack Blister [Binacle] product image](https://tcgplayer-cdn.tcgplayer.com/product/692938_200w.jpg)
- Market
- $22.12
- Packs
- 3
- $/Pack
- $7.37
![Lumiose City Mini Tin [Meganium & Meowstic] product image](https://tcgplayer-cdn.tcgplayer.com/product/685576_200w.jpg)
- Market
- $15.27
- Packs
- 2
- $/Pack
- $7.64
![Lumiose City Mini Tin [Salamence & Litleo] product image](https://tcgplayer-cdn.tcgplayer.com/product/685575_200w.jpg)
- Market
- $15.45
- Packs
- 2
- $/Pack
- $7.73
![Perfect Order Single Pack Blister [Makuhita] product image](https://tcgplayer-cdn.tcgplayer.com/product/672410_200w.jpg)
- Market
- $8.08
- Packs
- 1
- $/Pack
- $8.08
- Market
- $8.38
- Packs
- 1
- $/Pack
- $8.38
- Market
- $8.42
- Packs
- 1
- $/Pack
- $8.42
- Market
- $8.48
- Packs
- 1
- $/Pack
- $8.48
![Checklane 2-Pack Blister [Archaludon] (3-tab) product image](https://tcgplayer-cdn.tcgplayer.com/product/654113_200w.jpg)
- Market
- $17.00
- Packs
- 2
- $/Pack
- $8.50
- Market
- $8.99
- Packs
- 36
- $/Pack
- $0.25
- Market
- $15.99
- Packs
- 6
- $/Pack
- $2.67
- Market
- $5.75
- Packs
- 1
- $/Pack
- $5.75
- Market
- $5.90
- Packs
- 1
- $/Pack
- $5.90
- Market
- $5.95
- Packs
- 1
- $/Pack
- $5.95
- Market
- $6.63
- Packs
- 1
- $/Pack
- $6.63
- Market
- $6.90
- Packs
- 1
- $/Pack
- $6.90
![Chaos Rising Single Pack Blister [Toxel] product image](https://tcgplayer-cdn.tcgplayer.com/product/684457_200w.jpg)
- Market
- $6.93
- Packs
- 1
- $/Pack
- $6.93
Coverage
42,951 cards
7d sales evidence
69,147
Novelty
59% new entities
Data as of
2026-07-26
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