Does Pinsir have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-7.20 for Pinsir — 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 Pinsir?

Our model estimates approximately -18% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $18.73, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-7.20. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Pinsir?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$18.73

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$11.53

Estimated profit$-7.20

Estimated return-18%

Break-even sell price$29.27

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $12.62 $-28.11 (-69%)

PSA 8 $33.06 $-7.67 (-19%)