Collectible grading news covering pricing changes, turnaround times, company updates, policy shifts and major sales across the grading industry.
The latest 2025 card grading statistics show that more than 26 million cards were graded last year across major grading companies, setting a new industry record according to year‑end data. Collectors sent in TCG and non‑sports cards at historic volumes, outpacing traditional sports card grading for the first time in history. What the 2025 card […]
2025 Card Grading Statistics Reveal Record 26M Cards Graded Read More »
A major FTC investigation into Collectors Holdings, the parent of PSA, SGC, and Beckett, could shake up the card grading industry for collectors everywhere.
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PSA acquires Beckett Grading in a major move shaking up the card grading world. Here’s what collectors need to know.
PSA Acquires Beckett Grading and What It Means for Collectors Read More »
The battle between CGC and PSA is heating up again.CGC is pushing hard with global expansion, opening offices in London, Munich, Dubai, Hong Kong, and Shanghai, while PSA still dominates grading volume in the U.S. According to cllct.com, CGC’s growth is fueled by record demand for trading card grading worldwide. They’ve even partnered with CHNCARD
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What’s New PSA has officially reintroduced the minimum grade option for Value Plus and higher service levels. This allows you to set the lowest grade you are willing to accept on a submission. If the card falls below that grade, it will either be returned raw or encapsulated as PSA Authentic. This feature had been
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NBA card values are facing new pressure as TV ratings continue to drop. With viewership falling across major networks, collectors are asking whether lower exposure could cause card prices to dip. The real story is more complex and possibly more encouraging than it seems. TV Ratings Are Down but NBA Card Values Are Still in
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Shedeur Sanders was expected to be one of the top quarterback picks in the 2025 NFL Draft. Instead, he fell to the 5th round, a drop many believe was unjustified. But in a twist worthy of a wrestling storyline, this draft-day disappointment may have been the best thing to happen to his brand and his
Shedeur Sanders Just Went 5th Round and His Rookie Cards Are Skyrocketing Read More »
In celebration of the Pokemon World Championships 2024, a new limited-edition Pikachu card will be released. This exclusive card features Pikachu and Mew battling in a Honolulu-inspired arena and is marked with the official Pokemon World Championships 2024 stamp. Available from August 2-18, fans can obtain this card at select locations and online retail stores,
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At the U.S. Olympic track and field trials, Noah Lyles, the 26-year-old sprinter, has introduced a unique tradition: pulling out Yu-Gi-Oh! cards before his races. As Lyles gears up for the Paris Olympics, his intriguing display has sparked curiosity and excitement among fans and collectors alike. Yu-Gi-Oh! Cards: A Brief Overview Yu-Gi-Oh! is a globally
Will Noah Lyles Puts Trading Cards on the Map at the Olympics? Read More »
Panini America Launches Caitlin Clark Collection Panini America has launched the Caitlin Clark Collection of trading cards, celebrating her record-setting career at the University of Iowa. This collection, consisting of 24 cards per pack with six packs, is available now on Panini’s website and at Target, with plans for expansion to other retailers. Autographed cards
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