Hidden inflation is the worst kind of inflation
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the producer price index has gone up 9.7% from what it was a year ago. The producer price index measures wholesale prices.…
Funko Pop! collecting is quickly becoming an online-only hobby
Brick and mortar retailers appear to be moving on from selling Funko Pop! Figures. The amount of floor space these retailers set aside for the collectible vinyl figures is drastically…
I joined the Hot Wheels Collectors Red Line Club!
I noticed on Facebook that the official Hot Wheels Collectors website opened up memberships for this year's Red Line Club (RLC). I decided to join. It's been years since I…
Are today’s action figures too expensive?
I was perusing the toy aisle at Target as I often do when I noticed some boxed Marvel Legends figures. I don't collect anything related to Marvel Comics. Not really.…
Funko expects 2020 Q2 sales to be 60% lower than 2019 Q2 sales
Things are not looking good for Funko. From ICv2: Funko expects its Q2 sales to be 60% below sales in Q2 2019, CEO Brian Mariotti told analysts in the company's conference…
Funko Pop! Babe Ruth black and white Walmart exclusive
Walmart is slated to sell a special black and white version of the standard Babe Ruth figure. It will be exclusive to Walmart. It's intended to mimic a black and…