Does Gengar have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-2.94 for Gengar — 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 Gengar?

Our model estimates approximately -10% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $8.06, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-2.94. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Gengar?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$8.06

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$5.12

Estimated profit$-2.94

Estimated return-10%

Break-even sell price$-11.66

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $15.50 $-14.56 (-48%)

PSA 8 $17.79 $-12.27 (-41%)