Does Empoleon have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-0.67 for Empoleon — 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 Empoleon?

Our model estimates approximately -2% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $5.12, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-0.67. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Empoleon?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$5.12

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$4.45

Estimated profit$-0.67

Estimated return-2%

Break-even sell price$-7.55

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $5.50 $-21.62 (-80%)

PSA 7 $7.76 $-19.36 (-71%)