Does Ethan's Ho-Oh ex have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $0.84 for Ethan's Ho-Oh ex — 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 Ethan's Ho-Oh ex?

Our model estimates approximately 3% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $6.39, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $0.84. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Ethan's Ho-Oh ex?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$6.39

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$7.23

Estimated profit$0.84

Estimated return3%

Break-even sell price$-11.33

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $13.87 $-14.52 (-51%)

PSA 9 $22.73 $-5.66 (-20%)