Does Cubone have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-10.83 for Cubone — 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 Cubone?

Our model estimates approximately -33% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $10.33, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-10.83. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Cubone?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$10.33

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$-0.50

Estimated profit$-10.83

Estimated return-33%

Break-even sell price$4.43

Profit by Grade

PSA 8 $12.64 $-19.69 (-61%)

PSA 9 $51.37 +$19.04 (59%)