Does Counter Gain have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-17.50 for Counter Gain — 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 Counter Gain?

Our model estimates approximately -56% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $9.32, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-17.50. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Counter Gain?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$9.32

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$-8.18

Estimated profit$-17.50

Estimated return-56%

Break-even sell price$-13.62

Profit by Grade

PSA 9 $18.65 $-12.67 (-40%)

PSA 10 $23.60 $-7.72 (-25%)