5 Collectibles That Will Explode in 2026 & 5 Set to Decline

Top 5 Collectibles Poised to Explode and 5 Set to Decline Soon

Welcome to MsMojo, and today we’re counting down our picks for the collectibles you should and shouldn’t avoid going into 2026.

#5: Crybaby - Explode

At this point, almost everyone knows what a Labubu is. They’re created by Pop Mart, who also made their spin-off, Crybaby Toys. With Labubus’ peak behind them, Crybaby Toys are hoping to replace them. They were in high demand during 2025, but towards the end of the year, interest increased. Like Labubus, they’re also not conventionally adorable. As the name suggests, they’re all constantly crying. Quite a few rare ones can fetch a high price, and they’re likely to appreciate. They also have an interesting backstory behind them. A Thai artist, Nisa “Mod” Srikamdee, created them while mourning her dog, and they serve as a symbol that it’s totally okay to cry.

#5: Stanley Cups & Collectible Water Bottles - Decline

The Stanley company was founded in 1915, 2 years after William Stanley Jr. invented a steel-insulated water bottle. Over a century later, they exploded in popularity, with Stanley’s bottles becoming viral sensations. They became more than simply water bottles; they were a fashion accessory. Eventually, this led to their downfall, with people spending at least 45 dollars on a cup. People have become increasingly critical of them, and since 2024, demand for the cups has plummeted. The company has tried to fix this; for example, it collaborated with Post Malone in 2025. None of their efforts proved successful so far, though.

#4: Jellycat Toys - Explode

This plushie producer was launched in 1999 and has since earned major praise for its products. Their toys are highly sought after, often fetching a steep price. In recent years, their demand has soared due to online trends. Additionally, they don’t mass-produce toys; they release limited, small batches of each design, making certain plushies a nightmare to find. In June 2025, they decided to reduce their supply to independent shops in the UK. This was part of an effort to elevate their brand, making their toys more exclusive. So they’ve been fashionable for a while now, but their peak is likely ahead of them.

#4: Luxury Watches - Decline

During the COVID pandemic, the price of luxury watches reached an immense high. With people inside all day, they decided to spend their disposable income on things like watches, instead of travelling or eating out. Economies have had a while to recover now, making fancy watches cheaper. It’s not quite a hard decline; instead, it feels more like the market returning to normal after a massive peak. On the bright side, this makes it a great time to expand your watch collection. They probably won’t make you a quick profit, but given how sought after they’ve been historically, in the long term, you’re likely to make your money back.

#3: Magic: The Gathering - Explode

Since it was first released over 30 years ago in 1993, it’s become one of the world’s most lucrative trading card games. This has led to them collaborating with tons of franchises. If this trend continues, someday almost all fictional characters will be in Magic. In 2025, a “Final Fantasy” set was released, which became the most expensive set in the game’s history. You might expect it to decline in value after this, but that’s not the case. In 2026, there are even more collaborations lined up. This means that the market is being increasingly dominated by collectors. Unfortunately for players, that means it’s getting ridiculously expensive. Additionally, you can’t opt out of playing non-Magic properties; the majority are legal in competitive.

#3: Classic Cars - Decline

A lot of people would expect something as charming as an old-fashioned car to always maintain its value, given it’s in working order. According to Hagerty’s guide, almost 80% of all classic cars either decreased in value or remained the same in 2025. This trend is also caused by a boom during the pandemic, where they rose rapidly in value. Another theory for the decline is that people only buy classic cars they remember as a kid. So, as time goes on, cars from the ‘60s and ‘70s are becoming less popular. Car companies are also manufacturing a ton of new vehicles, which tend to be more fuel efficient, therefore lowering maintenance costs.

#2: Retro Games - Explode

Not only are new video games becoming more costly, but old ones are too. As gamers grow up, they become nostalgic for the consoles they played as kids. This means consoles will have phases of being cheap, then demand increases as gamers grow older, and they suddenly spike. These systems have all been phased out of production years ago. So, demand increases, but supply does not. Take genuine old Pokémon cartridges, for example. They can sell for hundreds, even without a box. An unopened copy will fetch a far higher price. At least it’s easier than ever to emulate retro games, making physical copies only collector items.

#2: Funko Pops - Decline

During the 2010s, it felt like these toys were in every single shop. Now, they’ve been on their way out for some time. In 2025, Funko’s earnings dropped immensely, and they’re now in a difficult financial situation. This is due to a handful of reasons, like them oversaturating the market with products. People are also just bored with them, so they’ve moved on to other trends. Fans also criticize the company for a lack of creativity, with newer models being only slightly different from prior products. Still, the rarest pops can sell for tens of thousands, like the rare golden Kinder Joy Harry Potter.

#1: Cassettes - Explode

Vinyl has been popular again for years now. Despite their inconvenience, people love them. Now, cassette tapes are experiencing a similar resurgence. They are a clunky way to listen to music, plus they’re fairly low quality, but that doesn’t stop people from loving them. Mainstream artists like Taylor Swift sell their new albums on cassettes now, with many fetching a reasonable price. There are a variety of reasons people would buy cassettes. A main one is that people simply like collecting physical music for their favorite artists and albums. It’s also nostalgic, plus can serve as a fashion accessory if you’re going for a retro look.

#1: Labubus - Decline

The Labubu craze peaked in 2024 and 25. These toy monsters are produced by Pop Mart, which played a large part in making them a global brand. It all began when a member of Blackpink was spotted wearing one, then they exploded almost overnight. As 2025 drew to a close, it became obvious that Labubu’s peak was behind them. If you’ve got any rare Labubus lying around, now might be the time to sell them. Pop Mart is likely trying to prevent this decline. Given how many different products the company has, they’re probably safe to keep making a profit with fewer Labubus.

What’s your favorite thing to collect, and do you collect it for the value or simply the fun? Let us know in the comments below!