Does Metagross have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-30.18 for Metagross — 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 Metagross?

Our model estimates approximately -51% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $37.48, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-30.18. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Metagross?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$37.48

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$7.30

Estimated profit$-30.18

Estimated return-51%

Break-even sell price$15.49

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $22.41 $-37.07 (-62%)

PSA 7 $22.96 $-36.52 (-61%)