Does Bulbasaur have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-12.24 for Bulbasaur — 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 Bulbasaur?

Our model estimates approximately -36% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $12.36, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-12.24. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Bulbasaur?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$12.36

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$0.12

Estimated profit$-12.24

Estimated return-36%

Break-even sell price$-12.13

Profit by Grade

PSA 9 $11.95 $-22.41 (-65%)

PSA 10 $67.28 +$32.92 (96%)