April 2025 by @pancake_analytics
Featured in the inaugural issue of Trading Card Pro Magazine, this article explores how data reveals hidden trends in the trading card market. From Pokémon to MTG, I break down what’s rising, what’s fading, and what collectors should know.
October 2024 by @pancake_analytics
Can data reveal which NBA players will become collectible icons in the future? In this case study, I’ll explore how data and logistic regression can answer this question. Using performance metrics, career achievements, and sales data (via Cardladder), I’ll build a machine learning model to predict whether an NBA player is likely to have long-term collectability.
This analysis not only identifies which players are already collectible but also offers a framework for predicting future collectible stars.
Feb 2024 by @pancake_analytics
Go beyond the usual spot check of card market prices pre vs post. Let’s leverage a causal impact time series model to get to answer the effects of championship performance…
June 3rd 2024 by @pancake_analytics
Welcome to the first iteration of a Fireside Chat for Trading Card Collectors! I’m excited to share the highlights from the debut episode. We kicked things off with a fantastic group of passionate collectors…
June 10th 2024 by @pancake_analytics
Are you as curious as I am on if sports card investing is more about entertainment than profit? This article I share a pro forma approach for a practical long term $200K budgeting strategy, contrasting the complexities and risks of selling trading cards for profit…
June 10th 2024 by @pancake_analytics
In this article I will walk you through how to adjust nominal returns to account for inflation, using a practical example. I appreciate the collectors and content creators already making content about inflation rates and their relationship to trading cards. AIH Sports is the top of mind, as he often mentions inflation and other financial influences on sports card prices…
October 2024 by @pancake_analytics
The 2024 fiscal year trading card report highlights significant market trends across major categories, including Pokémon, Star Wars, and sports cards. With increased collector interest in vintage and rare cards, market value fluctuations are analyzed through both short-term trends and long-term forecasts. Key insights also include a detailed breakdown of emerging categories and a comparative analysis of seasonal buying patterns to guide strategic collection decisions.
Mar 2024 by @pancake_analytics
Let’s leverage data science to tackle the subject of the Junk Slab Era! What are the key factors influencing secondary market values? Does population changes drive price? I get an assist from GemRate…
Updated Monthly by @pancake_analytics
Use the free analytics tool below to see the expected values of trading card categories over the next 3 months…
Updated Every July by @pancake_analytics
Access for free the Pancake Analytics LLC NFL QB Propensity Scoring Tool. Updated every July before the National Sports Collector Convention. Use this tool to evaluate and prospect NFL Quarterbacks…
Mar 2024 by @pancake_analytics
What does it even mean? Let’s breakdown two historical events and apply data science to understanding the impact of Collectors acquiring SGC…
Developed in 2023 by @pancake_analytics
Access for free the Pancake Analytics LLC Marvel Propensity Scoring Tool. Featured in at MegaCon and used in the analytics guide to collecting Marvel Cards. Use this tool to evaluate and prospect Marvel characters…
Jan 2024 by @pancake_analytics
Let’s leverage data science to see the impact Steve Aoki has on trading card markets. This covers Lorcana, Star Wars and Marvel Cards…
Developed for Comic-Con @pancake_analytics
As featured in the comic-con panels on Disney Data, here are magical metrics at your fingertips. Forecasting, propensity scores and revenue drives, all Disney Fun…
The Analytics Kitchen
Explore our extensive repositories of deep dive analyses and presentations in The Analytics Kitchen.
Here, you’ll find detailed insights and expert breakdowns of market trends and trading card data.
In-depth analyses for card collectors, covering Halo, Star Wars, Marvel, and Sports Cards. Insightful trends and breakdowns.
Advanced Models
Discover our advanced statistical models for trading cards, ranging from optimal sell times for sealed wax to expected values of gem mint grades, causal impacts of Disney+ shows, and our complete analysis repository.
Insights and Analytics Perspectives
Explore our viewpoints on card content creators, comparing analytics and investing approaches, with quick-take correlations to aid your understanding of statistical concepts.
Partnerships & Collaborations
Below are the various companies and platforms Pancake Analytics partners with and collaborates with, as well as conventions the team presents at. Our collaborations include industry-leading partners like CardLadder and CGC, and we regularly present at major conventions such as the National Sports Collectors Convention and Comic-Cons, where we lead panels on sports cards, the Pokemon TCG, and more.
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