Does Pikachu have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-15.01 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 -51% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $7.36, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-15.01. 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$7.36

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$-7.65

Estimated profit$-15.01

Estimated return-51%

Break-even sell price$-3.28

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $8.50 $-20.86 (-71%)

PSA 8 $18.29 $-11.07 (-38%)