Does Lucario ex have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-16.67 for Lucario ex — 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 Lucario ex?

Our model estimates approximately -43% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $16.70, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-16.67. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Lucario ex?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$16.70

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$0.03

Estimated profit$-16.67

Estimated return-43%

Break-even sell price$-13.24

Profit by Grade

PSA 8 $16.92 $-21.78 (-56%)

PSA 9 $19.00 $-19.70 (-51%)