Does Lucario & Melmetal-GX have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-38.58 for Lucario & Melmetal-GX — 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 & Melmetal-GX?

Our model estimates approximately -43% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $68.43, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-38.58. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Lucario & Melmetal-GX?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$68.43

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$29.85

Estimated profit$-38.58

Estimated return-43%

Break-even sell price$9.80

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $25.00 $-65.43 (-72%)

PSA 8 $36.82 $-53.61 (-59%)