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Pokémon Card Craze Fuels Retail Crime Surge in England

1/24/2026

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The Pokémon cards market has surged in popularity, valued at $7.8 billion last year and projected to reach $11.8 billion by 2030, driven by nostalgia and endorsements from YouTuber Logan Paul.
This rise has coincided with a spike in thefts across England, especially in Nottinghamshire, where several high-profile burglaries have occurred.
Criminals are targeting collectible items due to their high value and liquidity, making them easy to resell.
Experts warn that the trend reflects a broader retail crime epidemic, with shoplifting offenses increasing by 13% in England and Wales.

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Story summary

The Pokémon cards market has surged in popularity, valued at $7.8 billion last year and projected to reach $11.8 billion by 2030, driven by nostalgia and endorsements from YouTuber Logan Paul.
This rise has coincided with a spike in thefts across England, especially in Nottinghamshire, where several high-profile burglaries have occurred.
Criminals are targeting collectible items due to their high value and liquidity, making them easy to resell.
Experts warn that the trend reflects a broader retail crime epidemic, with shoplifting offenses increasing by 13% in England and Wales.