Does Cynthia's Garchomp ex have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-6.26 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 -12% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $31.92, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-6.26. 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$31.92

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$25.66

Estimated profit$-6.26

Estimated return-12%

Break-even sell price$5.57

Profit by Grade

PSA 9 $34.09 $-19.83 (-37%)

PSA 10 $80.72 +$26.80 (50%)