Does Gyarados have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-51.13 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 -23% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $197.31, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-51.13. 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$197.31

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$146.18

Estimated profit$-51.13

Estimated return-23%

Break-even sell price$114.02

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $50.00 $-169.31 (-77%)

PSA 7 $51.62 $-167.69 (-76%)