Does Pidgey have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-3.25 for Pidgey — 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 Pidgey?

Our model estimates approximately -8% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $20.47, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-3.25. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Pidgey?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$20.47

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$17.22

Estimated profit$-3.25

Estimated return-8%

Break-even sell price$36.89

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $23.96 $-18.51 (-44%)

PSA 7 $31.60 $-10.87 (-26%)