Does Lt. Surge's Raticate (1st Edition) have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-17.93 for Lt. Surge's Raticate (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 Lt. Surge's Raticate (1st Edition)?

Our model estimates approximately -66% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $5.27, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-17.93. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Lt. Surge's Raticate (1st Edition)?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$5.27

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$-12.66

Estimated profit$-17.93

Estimated return-66%

Break-even sell price$-11.96

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $10.00 $-17.27 (-63%)

PSA 8 $10.47 $-16.80 (-62%)