Standard value has taken a turn for the worst. This week Derek examines why the format is moving the way it is and identifies what he believes is the cause.

Mike Lanigan goes over the results from the Pro Tour, discussing both the Standard metagame as it is shaping up, and the financial implications.

Here’s a breakdown of the decks that made the top eight of Pro Tour Khans of Tarkir, with some things to consider should you be considering playing any of them.

Sylvain explains why he doesn’t believe the online release of Khans of Tarkir constitutes a good investment opportunity. He also briefly discusses his plans with the incoming Pro Tour.

Mike Lanigan takes a look at the Standard metagame after the first weekend with Khans. Some obvious decks are certainly represented, but a few unexpected ones are making waves too.

Jason Alt is following Goblin Rabblemaster’s latest rise with skepticism. He makes the case for getting out now, even if the card may not be at its ceiling yet.

Starting with mythics, this week Sylvain discusses which cards from M14 and Return to Ravnica may constitute a good investment after Standard rotates.

Today Jason Alt addresses a much-touted spec for rotation, Prognostic Sphinx. He analyzes in detail the factors that will contribute to this card’s success or failure, and compares it to an old spec to gain more insight.

As we head into rotation, Danny Brown highlights a few recommended pickups and observes how bulk rares are behaving differently this year.

Zwischenzug updates Ivan Floch’s Pro Tour winning deck to beat the current Magic Online metagame. Is Elixir of Immortality absolutely necessary?

Sylvain concludes his series of Nine Months of Portfolio Management by reviewing his experience and updating his strategies for the year to come. Many valuable lessons have shaped the way he suggests approaching this coming year’s investing.

With the upcoming release of Khans of Tarkir, Standard will lose the bulk of its current card pool. Adam outlines which strategies are expected to stick around, what cards may see a rise in popular, and how you can prepare and profit from the rotation.