Does Misty's Poliwhirl have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-19.75 for Misty's Poliwhirl — 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 Misty's Poliwhirl?

Our model estimates approximately -68% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $6.88, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-19.75. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Misty's Poliwhirl?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$6.88

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$-12.87

Estimated profit$-19.75

Estimated return-68%

Break-even sell price$-13.16

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $9.00 $-19.88 (-69%)

PSA 8 $11.25 $-17.63 (-61%)