Does Charmeleon have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $2.80 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 7% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $15.73, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $2.80. 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$15.73

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$18.53

Estimated profit$2.80

Estimated return7%

Break-even sell price$-8.25

Profit by Grade

PSA 8 $15.02 $-22.71 (-60%)

PSA 9 $29.46 $-8.27 (-22%)