Poll: Are you concerned about buying SGC graded vintage cards?

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With all the recent news about SGC, are you concerned about buying SGC graded vintage cards?

Here is what AI said about SGC since the Collector's buyout:

Since its acquisition by Collectors (the parent company of PSA) in February 2024, SGC has undergone significant changes, shifting its strategy from being a major competitor in the card grading market to a more "boutique" brand.

Here's a breakdown of what has happened to SGC:

Shift to a "Boutique" Brand: SGC is no longer being positioned as a direct competitor to PSA. The company's new strategy is to scale down operations and focus on what it does best, particularly vintage and affordable, fast grading. This is a deliberate move to avoid duplicating the massive investment in capital and technology that Collectors has made to scale up PSA's operations.

Leadership Changes: Peter Steinberg, SGC's president, resigned from his role in July 2025. He had initially been expected to continue leading the company's day-to-day operations after the acquisition.

Operational Integration: A significant portion of SGC's staff is being shifted to work with PSA. SGC's Boca Raton, Florida location will also be used to support PSA's grading efforts.

Initial Promises vs. Reality: At the time of the buyout, Collectors and SGC had stated that SGC would continue to operate as an independent brand with no changes contemplated. However, the recent announcements indicate a clear shift in this strategy, with SGC's role being redefined within the larger Collectors portfolio.

Market Impact: The move is seen by many in the collecting community as a consolidation of the market under Collectors. While SGC is not going out of business, its reduced role has led to speculation that other grading companies, such as CGC and Beckett, could have an opportunity to gain market share.