Does Lycanroc VMAX have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-5.75 for Lycanroc VMAX — 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 Lycanroc VMAX?

Our model estimates approximately -19% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $8.51, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-5.75. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Lycanroc VMAX?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$8.51

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$2.76

Estimated profit$-5.75

Estimated return-19%

Break-even sell price$-16.32

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $7.63 $-22.88 (-75%)

PSA 8 $9.99 $-20.52 (-67%)