Does Gladion have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-21.93 for Gladion — 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 Gladion?

Our model estimates approximately -60% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $14.51, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-21.93. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Gladion?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$14.51

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$-7.42

Estimated profit$-21.93

Estimated return-60%

Break-even sell price$-18.00

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $6.17 $-30.34 (-83%)

PSA 8 $7.24 $-29.27 (-80%)