Does Cyndaquil have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-10.37 for Cyndaquil — 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 Cyndaquil?

Our model estimates approximately -30% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $12.32, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-10.37. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Cyndaquil?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$12.32

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$1.95

Estimated profit$-10.37

Estimated return-30%

Break-even sell price$12.21

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $19.44 $-14.88 (-43%)

PSA 7 $23.45 $-10.87 (-32%)