Does Dark Slowbro have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-16.16 for Dark Slowbro — 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 Slowbro?

Our model estimates approximately -39% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $19.89, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-16.16. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Dark Slowbro?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$19.89

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$3.73

Estimated profit$-16.16

Estimated return-39%

Break-even sell price$11.83

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $13.02 $-28.87 (-69%)

PSA 8 $31.38 $-10.51 (-25%)