Does Lt. Surge's Pikachu have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-10.28 for Lt. Surge's Pikachu — 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 Lt. Surge's Pikachu?

Our model estimates approximately -38% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $5.21, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-10.28. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Lt. Surge's Pikachu?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$5.21

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$-5.07

Estimated profit$-10.28

Estimated return-38%

Break-even sell price$-1.82

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $17.25 $-9.96 (-37%)

PSA 8 $23.11 $-4.10 (-15%)