Does Flying Pikachu VMAX have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-8.20 for Flying Pikachu VMAX — 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 Flying Pikachu VMAX?

Our model estimates approximately -30% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $5.32, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-8.20. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Flying Pikachu VMAX?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$5.32

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$-2.88

Estimated profit$-8.20

Estimated return-30%

Break-even sell price$-12.51

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $14.04 $-13.28 (-49%)

PSA 8 $17.67 $-9.65 (-35%)