Does Ho-Oh-GX have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-3.35 for Ho-Oh-GX — 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 Ho-Oh-GX?

Our model estimates approximately -12% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $5.04, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-3.35. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Ho-Oh-GX?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$5.04

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$1.69

Estimated profit$-3.35

Estimated return-12%

Break-even sell price$-12.46

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $8.10 $-18.94 (-70%)

PSA 8 $9.60 $-17.44 (-64%)