Does Garchomp have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-17.55 for Garchomp — 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?

Our model estimates approximately -54% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $10.75, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-17.55. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Garchomp?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$10.75

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$-6.80

Estimated profit$-17.55

Estimated return-54%

Break-even sell price$-16.22

Profit by Grade

PSA 8 $10.26 $-22.49 (-69%)

PSA 9 $18.16 $-14.59 (-45%)