Does Pidgeotto (Shadowless) have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-23.79 for Pidgeotto (Shadowless) — 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 Pidgeotto (Shadowless)?

Our model estimates approximately -46% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $29.23, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-23.79. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Pidgeotto (Shadowless)?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$29.23

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$5.44

Estimated profit$-23.79

Estimated return-46%

Break-even sell price$12.26

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $12.46 $-38.77 (-76%)

PSA 7 $30.24 $-20.99 (-41%)