Does Flareon V have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-1.80 for Flareon V — 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 Flareon V?

Our model estimates approximately -5% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $15.26, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-1.80. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Flareon V?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$15.26

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$13.46

Estimated profit$-1.80

Estimated return-5%

Break-even sell price$-9.56

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $16.16 $-21.10 (-57%)

PSA 8 $20.30 $-16.96 (-46%)