Does Banette have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-12.14 for Banette — 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 Banette?

Our model estimates approximately -41% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $7.55, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-12.14. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Banette?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$7.55

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$-4.59

Estimated profit$-12.14

Estimated return-41%

Break-even sell price$5.63

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $6.65 $-22.90 (-77%)

PSA 7 $12.45 $-17.10 (-58%)