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The HobbyComp blog
Market insights, collecting guides, and platform updates.
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Market insight
Why Wembanyama comps are up 31% and what it means for your collection
We dug into the data behind Wembanyama's price spike — what's driving it, how it compares to Luka's rookie surge, and whether collectors should buy, hold, or take profits now.
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Grading guide
PSA vs BGS vs SGC: Which gets better resale in 2025?
We analyzed 10,000+ sold comps across all three grading companies to find out which label actually commands the best premium.
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Collecting 101
How to read a comp — and why the average sale price can mislead you
Not all sales are created equal. Here's how to spot outliers, filter for condition, and build a true market picture before you buy or sell.
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Platform update
We just added 500K new comps — here's what changed
New data sources, improved price accuracy on thin markets, and the launch of FlipScore for Pokemon. What's in the update.
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Market analysis
5 signs a card's price is about to drop (before it does)
Heat Vision catches these early. We break down the five patterns that consistently precede price corrections in the hobby market.
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Pokemon deep-dive
The complete guide to vintage Pokemon values in 2025
From 1st Edition Base to Fossil rares — comp data, grade premiums, and which sets are undervalued right now.