Does Blaziken have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $2.88 for Blaziken — 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 Blaziken?

Our model estimates approximately 7% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $20.71, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $2.88. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Blaziken?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$20.71

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$23.59

Estimated profit$2.88

Estimated return7%

Break-even sell price$47.68

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $27.85 $-14.86 (-35%)

PSA 8 $34.20 $-8.51 (-20%)