Does Lucario V have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-6.84 for Lucario V — 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 V?

Our model estimates approximately -21% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $10.48, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-6.84. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Lucario V?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$10.48

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$3.64

Estimated profit$-6.84

Estimated return-21%

Break-even sell price$-17.38

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $7.78 $-24.70 (-76%)

PSA 8 $9.77 $-22.71 (-70%)