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Reference snapshot · Aug 5, 02:34 AM UTC · Pokémon catalog reference snapshot · Snapshot-backed reference

Pikachu

RawCommon

As of Aug 5, 02:34 AM UTC, Pikachu (XY #42) has a market price of $3.19, up 15.2% over the past 7 days.

Pikachu #42 from XY is tracked as a Common card with a current CardIntel reference price of $3.19. Recent movement is +15.2% over 7 days. The page compares source-labeled price snapshots, verified snapshot history, activity signals, and comparable cards using Pokémon catalog reference snapshot · Snapshot-backed reference; prices are shown as of Aug 5, 02:34 AM UTC.

Pikachu
Card Game
Pokémon
Set/Year
XY
Card #
42
Artist
Variant
Normal

Cross-Platform Pricing

Reference Price
Snapshot-backed reference
$3.19
TCGPlayer Market
Aggregate
$3.19
TCGPlayer Low
Listing
$0.20
TCGPlayer Mid
Median
$3.19
TCGPlayer High
Listing
$3.19

Data Quality

Verified snapshot history
30 real daily snapshot points.
Snapshot sourcePokémon catalog reference snapshot · Snapshot-backed reference
MethodCatalog connector snapshot
Reference basisSnapshot-backed reference
Chart latest layerPokemonPriceTracker snapshot

30D Activity

Low0 pts

Observed 30-day activity volume proxy. Use it as a liquidity signal, not as a confirmed completed-sales count.

Advanced Analytics

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Reference Price
$3.19
15.2% 7d
As of Aug 5, 02:34 AM UTC · Snapshot-backed reference · Low confidence
7D Change
+15.2%
30D Activity
0 pts

Price Action

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Verified snapshot history: 30 real daily snapshot points.

Moves: 24h/7d badges compare the latest verified snapshot to the nearest prior snapshot in history — not intraday exchange ticks.

Price History Statistics

Pikachu reached an all-time high of $4.45 on Apr 6, 2026 and an all-time low of $2.77 on Jul 28, 2026. At its latest tracked close of $3.19, it is 28.3% below its all-time high. Statistics are computed from 79 observed (non-modeled) daily price points.

MetricValueDetail
All-time high$4.45Apr 6, 2026
All-time low$2.77Jul 28, 2026
52-week high$4.45Trailing 12 months
52-week low$2.77Trailing 12 months
Latest tracked close$3.19Aug 5, 2026
% from all-time high-28.3%79 observed points

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is Pikachu (XY #42) worth?

As of Aug 5, 02:34 AM UTC, Pikachu (XY #42) has a market reference price of $3.19.

Is Pikachu going up in value?

Over the past 7 days, the reference price for Pikachu (XY #42) has risen 15.2%. This describes recent tracked price movement only and is not investment advice.

Where can I check Pikachu prices and sales?

CardIntel tracks Pikachu (XY #42) across TCGplayer market data, Cardmarket EUR averages and daily price history. Use the price chart and cross-platform pricing table above to compare current values.

Why Is This Moving?

3 Events
Pokémon TCG: Surging Sparks Released— Neutral

The latest Scarlet & Violet expansion 'Surging Sparks' officially launched worldwide. Early chase cards include Pikachu ex SAR and several new Illustration Rares. First-week prices are inflated — expect correction in 2-4 weeks.

Feb 15, 2026via Official Pokémon CompanyConfidence 60%
PSA Announces New Modern Card Tier Pricing— Neutral

PSA raised their base-level grading fee from $30 to $35 for standard cards. Express and Super Express tiers unchanged. This may reduce casual submissions and tighten PSA 10 supply for modern cards.

Feb 10, 2026via PSA OfficialConfidence 60%
January Market Overview: Post-Holiday Correction▼ Negative

As expected, the market saw a 5-10% correction across most categories following the December holiday buying surge. Vintage cards held better than modern, with Base Set holos showing minimal decline.

Jan 5, 2026via Market Data AnalysisConfidence 60%