Does Charmander have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-3.88 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 -11% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $13.33, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-3.88. 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$13.33

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$9.45

Estimated profit$-3.88

Estimated return-11%

Break-even sell price$-12.70

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $13.50 $-21.83 (-62%)

PSA 8 $16.56 $-18.77 (-53%)