Does Blaziken VMAX have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-6.29 for Blaziken VMAX — 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 VMAX?

Our model estimates approximately -13% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $25.95, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-6.29. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Blaziken VMAX?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$25.95

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$19.66

Estimated profit$-6.29

Estimated return-13%

Break-even sell price$-6.74

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $15.76 $-32.19 (-67%)

PSA 8 $21.98 $-25.97 (-54%)