Does Garchomp & Giratina-GX have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-20.20 for Garchomp & Giratina-GX — 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 & Giratina-GX?

Our model estimates approximately -29% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $48.52, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-20.20. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Garchomp & Giratina-GX?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$48.52

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$28.32

Estimated profit$-20.20

Estimated return-29%

Break-even sell price$8.29

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $26.66 $-43.86 (-62%)

PSA 8 $35.01 $-35.51 (-50%)