Does Brock's Ninetales (1st Edition) have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-42.22 for Brock's Ninetales (1st Edition) — 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 Brock's Ninetales (1st Edition)?

Our model estimates approximately -21% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $174.71, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-42.22. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Brock's Ninetales (1st Edition)?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$174.71

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$132.49

Estimated profit$-42.22

Estimated return-21%

Break-even sell price$194.82

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $105.10 $-91.61 (-47%)

PSA 7 $107.05 $-89.66 (-46%)