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Collectibles
Looking for an escape, more adults are buying childhood toys
Nov 29, 2023
From Tamagotchis to Star Wars, the number of adults buying new and old versions of their childhood toys has continued to climb.
Why the Beanie Baby bubble burst
Aug 10, 2023
According to the "Beanie Meanie," a collectibles and antiques expert who was skeptical of the craze all along.
Will the sports collectibles market have another good year?
by
Matt Levin
Jan 5, 2022
The trading card business has soared during the pandemic. In the future, innovation may help drive growth.
Remembering Downriver Rookie, a beloved Michigan sports-card shop
by
Rose Conlon
Sep 1, 2021
"You can almost smell the cards when you think about it hard enough," said high school teacher Ken Cameron.
Baseball card collecting during pandemic hits prices out of the park
Nov 11, 2020
Nostalgia, art and investment potential have led to an increase in the sports card market, one expert says.
For public good, not for profit.
Bang for your brick: behind Lego’s thriving secondary market
by
Justin Ho
Mar 4, 2019
Lego fans and investors maintain a robust, independent online market for rare and valuable pieces.
Hobby investments can't escape that darn global economy
by
Justin Ho
Feb 13, 2019
Hobby investments are a fun alternative to the stock market. But they aren’t immune from the ebbs and flows of the economy.
The resale market for sneakers is red hot
Jan 10, 2017
Some savers invest their hard-earned dollars in footwear.