Does Light Azumarill (1st Edition) have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-13.42 for Light Azumarill (1st Edition) — 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 Light Azumarill (1st Edition)?

Our model estimates approximately -11% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $96.86, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-13.42. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Light Azumarill (1st Edition)?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$96.86

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$83.44

Estimated profit$-13.42

Estimated return-11%

Break-even sell price$122.61

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $53.39 $-65.47 (-55%)

PSA 8 $112.15 $-6.71 (-6%)