Lego sets’ increasing value is causing a booming black market. Lego sets aren’t just toys anymore, especially to older fans—they’ve become serious collector items, with some reselling for thousands of dollars. This surge in value has created a “Lego black market,” where rare kits and minifigures stolen from stores are flipped for profit. In California, toy stores have been hit with brazen thefts, sometimes losing tens of thousands in merchandise overnight. Because many Lego sets are only sold for a limited time, collectors are willing to pay big bucks to complete their collections, making them an easy target for resale. But while some view Lego investing as a fun side hustle, it’s also creating big problems for small toy businesses caught in the crossfire. (NYT)
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