Does Absol have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-4.38 for Absol — grading costs currently exceed the estimated PSA-10 premium. This is a model estimate based on historical data, not investment advice.

What is the estimated grading EV for Absol?

Our model estimates approximately -13% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $11.07, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-4.38. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Absol?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$11.07

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$6.69

Estimated profit$-4.38

Estimated return-13%

Break-even sell price$21.40

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $21.00 $-12.07 (-36%)

PSA 9 $63.48 +$30.41 (92%)