David Schumann analyzes data on the price behavior of casual/EDH staples and explains the implications for picking up long-term specs at rotation.
Finance
Financial articles focus on buying, selling and trading Magic: The Gathering cards for fun and profit!
While the thrill of speculation can be intoxicating, investing may be a better way to make bank consistently. This week Sigmund shares some insight from The Intelligent Investor written by Benjamin Graham, making his case for also becoming a Quiet Investor.
WoTC recently announced the details of Modern Masters’s release on MTGO. Matthew dissects the relevant information and explains how it should inform speculative decisions.
This week Corbin Hosler is back to form, examining which standouts from the Block Pro Tour are likely to make the transition to Standard next year.
Mathieu breaks down his hot/cold system for the price evaluation of cards, providing current examples of what you should be targeting and what you should be moving.
Setting up a bot on MTGO for the first time can be a daunting process. Sébastien Morin has recently taken the dive, and he describes his experience and what he learned.
David Schumann continues his research on the impact of reprints on a card’s price. This time he looks at out-of-print cards reentering the Standard environment.
Modern Masters spoilers are pouring in now – such news is sure to send the market into a tizzy. Sigmund provides his recommendations to proceed and he also provides commentary on last weekend’s lack-of-Legacy SCG Open.
It’s time for Matthew Lewis’s review of every mythic rare in Dragon’s Maze. He discusses which are under- or overpriced and what to target.
Corbin Hosler addresses the Myth of Making Profits and details a method to obtain the best possible price for your cards when selling.
David Schumann studies the impact judge foil printings have had on card values over Magic’s history and relates his findings.
Sigmund hasn’t been thrilled with the performance of some of his speculations lately. Through some introspection, he figured out his priorities and now he’s making some changes. This week he shares his thoughts and encourages others to think about their own strategies.
Matthew Lewis looks at the MTGO market in the wake of Dragon’s Maze release events and the change to Constructed prize payouts.