Does Entei (1st Edition) have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-16.17 for Entei (1st Edition) — 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 Entei (1st Edition)?

Our model estimates approximately -29% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $34.36, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-16.17. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Entei (1st Edition)?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$34.36

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$18.19

Estimated profit$-16.17

Estimated return-29%

Break-even sell price$27.99

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $33.20 $-23.16 (-41%)

PSA 8 $49.82 $-6.54 (-12%)