Does Alakazam have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $3.09 for Alakazam — 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 Alakazam?

Our model estimates approximately 4% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $52.98, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $3.09. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Alakazam?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$52.98

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$56.07

Estimated profit$3.09

Estimated return4%

Break-even sell price$106.99

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $32.71 $-42.27 (-56%)

PSA 7 $49.24 $-25.74 (-34%)