Does Charmander have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-6.87 for Charmander — 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 Charmander?

Our model estimates approximately -13% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $29.77, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-6.87. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Charmander?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$29.77

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$22.90

Estimated profit$-6.87

Estimated return-13%

Break-even sell price$37.79

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $17.99 $-33.78 (-65%)

PSA 8 $69.00 +$17.23 (33%)