Does Canari have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-1.33 for Canari — 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 Canari?

Our model estimates approximately -4% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $8.10, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-1.33. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Canari?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$8.10

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$6.77

Estimated profit$-1.33

Estimated return-4%

Break-even sell price$-4.82

Profit by Grade

PSA 9 $21.50 $-8.60 (-29%)

PSA 10 $73.52 +$43.42 (144%)