Does Palkia have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $0.58 for Palkia — 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 Palkia?

Our model estimates approximately 2% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $8.92, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $0.58. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Palkia?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$8.92

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$9.50

Estimated profit$0.58

Estimated return2%

Break-even sell price$20.34

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $23.48 $-7.44 (-24%)

PSA 8 $37.73 +$6.81 (22%)