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Choosing a Comic Book Grading Company: Which One is Right for You?
If you’re looking to grade your comic books, you’ve likely come across the big names in the industry: CGC, CBCS, and PGX. Each has its own strengths, but which one should you choose? The answer depends on your goals—whether you’re grading for resale value, preservation, or personal satisfaction.
Decoding the Colors of Comic Book Grading: What They Mean and Why They Matter
Comic book collectors are no strangers to the impact of color. From vibrant Golden Age covers to modern foil variants, color plays a massive role in the hobby. But one place where color carries serious weight is comic book grading.
Current CGC Market Trends from GPA (2/26/2025 to 3/11/2025)
$4.8M in sales from 20,951 individual books across major venues offering CGC-graded comics, magazines and pulps.
Comic Book Grading: A Collector’s Guide
Comic book grading is an essential part of collecting. Whether you're buying, selling, or just preserving your collection, understanding how grading works can mean the difference between a comic worth hundreds (or thousands) and one that barely holds value
Market Report JAN 2025: A deep dive into comic sales
The January 2025 sales report isn’t just about record-breaking numbers—it’s a window into the pulse of the market. While Action Comics #1 steals headlines, the real story lies in the trends: Silver Age remain rock solid, high-grade Bronze and Modern books are surging, and CGC grades continue to command premiums.
Current CGC Market Trends from GPA (2/11/2025 to 2/24/2025)
In the most recent fortnight (February 11th to February 24th, 2025), GPAnalysis reported $5.3M in sales from 21,184 individual books across major venues offering CGC-graded comics, magazines, and pulps at a median price of $90.
Is the Fantastic Four trailer creating a comic market frenzy?
Since the trailer’s debut, key Fantastic Four issues have seen notable market movement, with increased collector and investor interest in major character first appearances and storylines.
Current CGC Market Trends from GPA (1/29/2025 to 2/11/2025)
In the most recent fortnight (January 29th 2025, to February 11th 2025), GPAnalysis reports $4.8M in sales from 20,116 individual books across major venues offering CGC-graded comics, magazines and pulps. The median price point was $92.
CGC's Green Label of Confusion
Green is a color that often carries powerful meaning. On one hand, it symbolizes health and life: think of the green grass after a spring shower or the vegetables we’re encouraged to eat. On the other hand, green can represent less-than-ideal traits, like jealousy ("green with envy"), greed ("green with greed"), or even illness ("so sick they looked green!").
Current CGC Market Trends from GPA (1/6/2025 to 1/19/2025)
In the most recent fortnight (January 6th 2025, to January 19th 2025), GPAnalysis reports $9.9M in sales from 20,405 individual books across major venues offering CGC-graded comics, magazines and pulps. The median price point was $100.
Collector Hub: Year in Review 2024
As the year winds down, we're excited to reflect on this incredible year for The Collector Hub. It's been a year of deep dives, engaging themes, and vibrant insights with over 70 articles published in 2024.
Current CGC Market Trends from GPA (11/26/2024 to 12/9/2024)
In the most recent fortnight (November 26th 2024, to December 9th 2024), GPAnalysis reports $4.9M in sales from 20,789 individual books across major venues offering CGC-graded comics, magazines and pulps.
GPA Top Individual Comic Price Report: October 2024 & Progressive
The October 2024 GPA report delivers an electrifying look at the state of comic book collecting, showcasing how these treasured issues continue to make waves across eras—from the awe-inspiring Golden Age to the exciting Modern Age. Each sale tells a story, bridging the gap between nostalgia and investment potential.
What Creates Comic Demand?
According to The Library of Congress boasts a collection of over 140,000 separate comic book issues; all are not created equal. Most are far removed from the collective consciousness of collectors and are worth no more than the slowly-decomposing paper they are printed on. Others are so desirable that die-hard fans are willing to take out second loans on their houses for a chance at a copy (which I don’t recommend). Why are some comic books so much more desirable than others?
Current CGC Market Trends from GPA (11/5/2024 to 11/18/2024)
In the most recent fortnight (November 5th 2024, to November 18th 2024), GPAnalysis reports $4.8M in sales from 18,288 individual books across major venues offering CGC-graded comics, magazines and pulps. The median price point was $100.
The Comic Book Collector’s Boom: A Look at the Last Decade in Collecting, Rarity, and Market Growth
According to GPA Analysis, CGC-certified comics have seen dramatic increases in value, especially for high-grade copies of classic issues. In the last decade, high-grade copies of popular Golden and Silver Age issues such as Amazing Fantasy #15 and Detective Comics #27 have continued to set new records, driven by increased interest in key superhero first appearances.
Current CGC Market Trends from GPA (10/22/2024 to 11/4/2024)
In the most recent fortnight (October 22nd 2024, to November 4th 2024), GPAnalysis reports $9.6M in sales from 18,420 individual books across major venues offering CGC-graded comics, magazines and pulps. The median price point was $100.
The future of comic book collecting
The future of comic book collecting is likely to be both fascinating and complex, as shifts in digitalization, new character introductions, and generational tastes impact the market. Here’s a look at some key trends shaping where the comic book market might head in the coming years.