Does Charmander have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-40.29 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 -51% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $57.71, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-40.29. 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$57.71

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$17.42

Estimated profit$-40.29

Estimated return-51%

Break-even sell price$-14.26

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $8.34 $-71.37 (-90%)

PSA 8 $9.95 $-69.76 (-88%)