Does Kabutops have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-17.49 for Kabutops — 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 Kabutops?

Our model estimates approximately -52% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $11.34, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-17.49. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Kabutops?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$11.34

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$-6.15

Estimated profit$-17.49

Estimated return-52%

Break-even sell price$-2.37

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $5.59 $-27.75 (-83%)

PSA 8 $24.99 $-8.35 (-25%)