Does Hitmonchan have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-5.80 for Hitmonchan — 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 Hitmonchan?

Our model estimates approximately -18% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $10.38, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-5.80. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Hitmonchan?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$10.38

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$4.58

Estimated profit$-5.80

Estimated return-18%

Break-even sell price$16.66

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $16.84 $-15.54 (-48%)

PSA 8 $18.67 $-13.71 (-42%)