Does Misty's Starmie have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-16.57 for Misty's Starmie — 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 Starmie?

Our model estimates approximately -61% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $5.14, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-16.57. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Misty's Starmie?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$5.14

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$-11.43

Estimated profit$-16.57

Estimated return-61%

Break-even sell price$-12.85

Profit by Grade

PSA 8 $14.26 $-12.88 (-47%)

PSA 9 $20.61 $-6.53 (-24%)