Does Espeon have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-1.87 for Espeon — 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 Espeon?

Our model estimates approximately -5% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $12.35, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-1.87. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Espeon?

Sandstorm · #16

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$12.35

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$10.48

Estimated profit$-1.87

Estimated return-5%

Break-even sell price$29.78

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $15.10 $-19.25 (-56%)

PSA 7 $22.97 $-11.38 (-33%)