14th Aug 2025
A few weeks ago we looked at the incredible Labubu phenomena from an investment perspective. If you’ve scrolled TikTok lately, chances are you’ve met Labubu — the cheeky little creature with a grin like it knows all your secrets and ears that look like they’ve had a serious caffeine hit. They’ve hopped from collector’s shelves…
14th Sep 2022
When my great aunt died, I remember going through her attic and finding boxes upon boxes of royal memorabilia. Old newspapers, napkins, programmes of the coronation. It was fascinating. A real glimpse at history: social and monarchical. I remember at the time checking online to see if the collection had any monetary value and was…
16th Sep 2026
From vintage guitars and valve amplifiers to rare synthesisers and centuries-old violins, some musical instruments have risen dramatically in value. But can ordinary buyers really make money from collectable music gear? At a glance: Rare musical instruments can produce enormous returns, but the headline prices usually belong to unique pieces with exceptional provenance. Condition, originality,…
5th May 2026
If you’re struggling to pay your bills right now, you’re not alone—and there are clear steps you can take immediately to protect yourself. With household costs still high in 2026, millions of people across the UK are worried about keeping up with energy, rent, council tax and everyday essentials. The good news is that there…
27th Apr 2026
Want to grow your wealth without following the herd? When we talk about investing, most people think of the stock market, property or maybe gold. But there’s a whole world of alternative investments out there, and some of them are way more exciting (and potentially profitable) than you’d think. If you’re open to taking a…
12th Mar 2026
Millions of £5 notes featuring Winston Churchill are still in circulation across the UK – but recent news that the Bank of England is changing its banknote designs has left many people wondering whether their fivers are about to become useless. Reports that Winston Churchill is being removed from UK banknotes have sparked confusion for…
4th Mar 2026
Experts Tell Us Your Old Spice Girls Merch Could Be Worth a Fortune Today – Here’s What to Look For If you grew up in the 1990s, there’s a good chance your childhood bedroom once looked like a shrine to the Spice Girls. Posters on the wall, dolls on the shelf, maybe even a pencil…
7th Feb 2026
Pokémon Profits in 2026: How to Start Trading, What to Look For, and How Much You Can Earn Is Pokémon Still a Money-Making Market in 2026? Pokémon is no longer just a childhood game — it’s a global collectibles market worth millions, and in 2026, it’s showing no signs of slowing down. With anniversary releases,…
2nd Feb 2026
Trainers are no longer just footwear — they’ve become a cultural phenomenon, a style statement, and even a potential alternative investment. Limited-edition releases, nostalgic retros, and hyped collaborations have turned collectible sneakers into a profitable asset class. From high-fashion collabs to iconic sportswear releases, rare kicks can sell for hundreds, thousands, or even tens of…
2nd Feb 2026
Top 10 Collectibles & Niche Commodities to Watch in 2026 MoneyMagpie ask the experts to reveal what collectables this year are showing signs of being good money makers. These aren’t guaranteed wins, but each shows rising mentions, growing markets, or structural momentum — the kind of signals that preceded booms in markets like Pokémon cards,…
20th Jan 2026
For much of the past decade, art looked like a remarkably persuasive investment. Auction records fell with reassuring regularity, contemporary artists vaulted from obscurity to seven-figure sales, and wealth managers quietly nodded along as collectors spoke of “diversification” and “store of value”. In a world of cheap money and rising assets, even a painting could…
24th Nov 2025
Christmas and toys have a long, dramatic relationship: every few years a “must-have” hits the shelves, streets get queued, parents panic, scalpers prosper — and years later some of those toys quietly turn into sought-after collectibles. For MoneyMagpie readers who want to know whether a toy craze can double as an investment, here’s a friendly…
