Does Dark Alakazam have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-4.97 for Dark Alakazam — 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 Dark Alakazam?

Our model estimates approximately -10% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $26.20, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-4.97. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Dark Alakazam?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$26.20

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$21.23

Estimated profit$-4.97

Estimated return-10%

Break-even sell price$41.16

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $29.80 $-18.40 (-38%)

PSA 7 $34.97 $-13.23 (-27%)