Does Phione have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $4.00 for Phione — 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 Phione?

Our model estimates approximately 14% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $7.29, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $4.00. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Phione?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$7.29

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$11.29

Estimated profit$4.00

Estimated return14%

Break-even sell price$-12.07

Profit by Grade

PSA 9 $11.86 $-17.43 (-60%)

PSA 10 $69.23 +$39.94 (136%)