Does Lucario have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-2.28 for Lucario — 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?

Our model estimates approximately -6% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $14.75, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-2.28. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Lucario?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$14.75

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$12.47

Estimated profit$-2.28

Estimated return-6%

Break-even sell price$-1.30

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $9.50 $-27.25 (-74%)

PSA 7 $24.85 $-11.90 (-32%)