Does Charizard have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $2.14 for Charizard — 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 Charizard?

Our model estimates approximately 7% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $10.36, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $2.14. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Charizard?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$10.36

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$12.50

Estimated profit$2.14

Estimated return7%

Break-even sell price$-7.72

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $10.23 $-22.13 (-68%)

PSA 7 $14.46 $-17.90 (-55%)