Does Kabutops have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-13.98 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 -37% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $15.29, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-13.98. 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$15.29

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$1.31

Estimated profit$-13.98

Estimated return-37%

Break-even sell price$7.78

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $16.09 $-21.20 (-57%)

PSA 8 $27.50 $-9.79 (-26%)