Does Charmeleon have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $0.49 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 1% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $67.84, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $0.49. 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$67.84

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$68.33

Estimated profit$0.49

Estimated return1%

Break-even sell price$104.90

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $60.00 $-29.84 (-33%)

PSA 7 $75.84 $-14.00 (-16%)