Pokémon card winner Scaramucci says collectibles are asset class
By CNBC
February 25, 2026, 11:49 AM EST
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CNBC: Logan Paul sells rare Pokémon card for record-breaking $16.5 million.
A recent auction saw Logan Paul sell a 1998 “Pikachu Illustrator” trading card for a record $16.5 million to AJ Scaramucci. Scaramucci, son of investor Anthony Scaramucci, views the card as an investment and plans to embark on a “planetary treasure hunt” with his younger brother. The trading card market has seen significant growth, with Paul selling the card for over 200% profit. Scaramucci believes in the investment potential of Pokémon cards, treating them as an alternative asset class. Despite the risks involved, more people are expected to view collectibles, especially trading cards, as a viable investment option in the future.
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