Does Machop have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-18.22 for Machop — 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 Machop?

Our model estimates approximately -61% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $8.04, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-18.22. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Machop?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$8.04

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$-10.18

Estimated profit$-18.22

Estimated return-61%

Break-even sell price$-8.39

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $7.36 $-22.68 (-75%)

PSA 8 $16.60 $-13.44 (-45%)