Does Darkrai have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-5.33 for Darkrai — 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 Darkrai?

Our model estimates approximately -13% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $18.41, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-5.33. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Darkrai?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$18.41

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$13.08

Estimated profit$-5.33

Estimated return-13%

Break-even sell price$30.40

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $16.32 $-24.09 (-60%)

PSA 7 $31.39 $-9.02 (-22%)