Does Hitmontop have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-18.92 for Hitmontop — 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 Hitmontop?

Our model estimates approximately -68% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $5.91, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-18.92. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Hitmontop?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$5.91

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$-13.01

Estimated profit$-18.92

Estimated return-68%

Break-even sell price$-12.48

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $7.61 $-20.30 (-73%)

PSA 8 $10.21 $-17.70 (-63%)