Does Garchomp-EX have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-8.77 for Garchomp-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 Garchomp-EX?

Our model estimates approximately -32% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $5.21, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-8.77. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Garchomp-EX?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$5.21

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$-3.56

Estimated profit$-8.77

Estimated return-32%

Break-even sell price$-15.70

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $8.00 $-19.21 (-71%)

PSA 8 $10.50 $-16.71 (-61%)