Does Charmeleon have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-8.61 for Charmeleon — 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 Charmeleon?

Our model estimates approximately -6% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $119.69, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-8.61. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Charmeleon?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$119.69

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$111.08

Estimated profit$-8.61

Estimated return-6%

Break-even sell price$149.76

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $82.87 $-58.82 (-42%)

PSA 8 $169.64 +$27.95 (20%)