Does Pikachu have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-17.26 for Pikachu — 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 Pikachu?

Our model estimates approximately -62% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $6.01, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-17.26. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Pikachu?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$6.01

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$-11.25

Estimated profit$-17.26

Estimated return-62%

Break-even sell price$-11.87

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $7.48 $-20.53 (-73%)

PSA 7 $10.28 $-17.73 (-63%)