Does Pidgeotto have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-8.93 for Pidgeotto — 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?

Our model estimates approximately -23% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $17.48, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-8.93. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Pidgeotto?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$17.48

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$8.55

Estimated profit$-8.93

Estimated return-23%

Break-even sell price$-5.59

Profit by Grade

PSA 8 $19.12 $-20.36 (-52%)

PSA 9 $28.14 $-11.34 (-29%)