Does Cubone have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-12.92 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 -37% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $13.09, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-12.92. 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$13.09

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$0.17

Estimated profit$-12.92

Estimated return-37%

Break-even sell price$2.52

Profit by Grade

PSA 8 $23.35 $-11.74 (-33%)

PSA 9 $33.00 $-2.09 (-6%)