Does Dark Machoke have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-12.85 for Dark Machoke — 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 Machoke?

Our model estimates approximately -42% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $8.95, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-12.85. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Dark Machoke?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$8.95

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$-3.90

Estimated profit$-12.85

Estimated return-42%

Break-even sell price$-2.27

Profit by Grade

PSA 8 $17.36 $-13.59 (-44%)

PSA 9 $38.87 +$7.92 (26%)