Does Charmeleon have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-13.90 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 -44% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $9.81, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-13.90. 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$9.81

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$-4.09

Estimated profit$-13.90

Estimated return-44%

Break-even sell price$-15.70

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $8.00 $-23.81 (-75%)

PSA 8 $10.50 $-21.31 (-67%)