Does Ho-oh have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-24.19 for Ho-oh — 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?

Our model estimates approximately -35% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $46.40, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-24.19. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Ho-oh?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$46.40

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$22.21

Estimated profit$-24.19

Estimated return-35%

Break-even sell price$37.63

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $20.37 $-48.03 (-70%)

PSA 7 $28.00 $-40.40 (-59%)