Does Pineco have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-4.62 for Pineco — 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 Pineco?

Our model estimates approximately -8% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $38.60, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-4.62. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Pineco?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$38.60

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$33.98

Estimated profit$-4.62

Estimated return-8%

Break-even sell price$7.63

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $12.68 $-47.92 (-79%)

PSA 9 $39.85 $-20.75 (-34%)