Industry Analysis
State of the Stack: Q2 2026 Movers and Laggards
By Steve Roop
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May 23, 2026
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DC Comics led the quarter with a 235% average six-month change, while Marvel trailed at -33%. Heavy Metal posted a quiet +50% in a thin sample.
Executive Summary DC Comics finished the period as the clear standout, posting a 235% average six-month change across a small sample, while Marvel underperformed at an average -33% over the same window. Heavy Metal turned in a steady +50%, a quieter gain in an even smaller set, but one that hints at selective strength outside the Big Two. Liquidity and cadence varied: DC averaged 209 days between comparable sales, Marvel 216, and Heavy Metal a slower 310, underscoring that velocity and visibilit...
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