Does Chikorita have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-13.77 for Chikorita — 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 Chikorita?

Our model estimates approximately -46% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $8.02, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-13.77. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Chikorita?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$8.02

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$-5.75

Estimated profit$-13.77

Estimated return-46%

Break-even sell price$-0.49

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $11.02 $-19.00 (-63%)

PSA 8 $20.13 $-9.89 (-33%)