Does Gyarados have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-28.81 for Gyarados — 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 Gyarados?

Our model estimates approximately -13% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $196.35, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-28.81. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Gyarados?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$196.35

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$167.54

Estimated profit$-28.81

Estimated return-13%

Break-even sell price$242.30

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $33.53 $-184.82 (-85%)

PSA 8 $251.10 +$32.75 (15%)