Does Cynthia's Garchomp ex have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-5.52 for Cynthia's Garchomp ex — 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 Cynthia's Garchomp ex?

Our model estimates approximately -20% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $5.17, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-5.52. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Cynthia's Garchomp ex?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$5.17

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$-0.35

Estimated profit$-5.52

Estimated return-20%

Break-even sell price$-14.92

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $10.50 $-16.67 (-61%)

PSA 8 $14.16 $-13.01 (-48%)