Collectible grading news covering pricing changes, turnaround times, company updates, policy shifts and major sales across the grading industry.
Collectors is ramping up grading in 2026 with major updates to PSA, SGC, and Beckett—faster service, refreshed labels, and streamlined selling for collectors.
Grading Industry Updates: What Collectors Is Changing for PSA, SGC, and Beckett in 2026 Read More »
The PSA turnaround times update for 2026 is now live, and it is already reshaping how collectors think about grading timelines. At the same time, CGC has introduced price increases across every major service tier, adding another layer of decision-making. As a result, collectors are now balancing two pressures at once. On one hand, turnaround
PSA Turnaround Times Update 2026 and CGC Price Changes Read More »
The 2025 card grading statistics confirm what many collectors felt throughout the year. The hobby is not slowing down. Instead, it is accelerating at a historic pace. According to year-end data from GemRate, more than 26.6 million cards were graded across major companies in 2025, marking a significant increase from 2024. Moreover, the data reveals
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.
Collectors Holdings FTC Investigation Shakes Grading Read More »
PSA acquires Beckett Grading in a major move shaking up the card grading world. Here’s what collectors need to know.
PSA Beckett Acquisition: What It Means for Card Collectors Read More »
The conversation around PSA vs CGC grading is heating up again, and this time, it is not just about slabs or labels. Instead, the focus is shifting toward global expansion, grading consistency, and how collectors navigate risk during submission. Recently, CGC has accelerated its international presence with new offices in London, Munich, Dubai, Hong Kong,
PSA vs CGC Grading: Global Expansion Is Changing the Game Read More »
PSA minimum grade is back for Value Plus and higher service levels, and that is a meaningful update for collectors who want more control over what actually gets slabbed. Instead of accepting any grade that comes back, submitters can now set the lowest grade they are willing to receive. If a card does not meet
PSA Minimum Grade Is Back: What Collectors Need to Know Read More »
NBA card values are facing new pressure as TV ratings continue to decline. However, the full picture is more nuanced than a simple drop in viewership. While traditional broadcasts are losing ground, digital platforms are reshaping how players gain exposure and how collectors assign value. As a result, collectors who understand these shifts are better
NBA Card Values and TV Ratings: What Collectors Need to Know Read More »
Shedeur Sanders rookie cards are quickly becoming one of the most talked-about storylines in the hobby. Although he entered the 2025 NFL Draft with first-round expectations, his surprising fall to the fifth round completely reshaped how collectors view him. As a result, what looked like a setback may now be fueling a surge in demand.
Shedeur Sanders Rookie Cards Surge After Draft Fall Read More »
The Pikachu Worlds 2024 card is one of the most anticipated promotional releases tied to the Pokemon World Championships. As excitement builds, collectors are already evaluating its long-term value, availability, and grading potential. Because limited-time distribution often creates scarcity, this release deserves close attention. In addition, the card features Pikachu and Mew in a Honolulu-inspired
Pikachu Worlds 2024 Card Release: What Collectors Need to Know Read More »