Does Ponyta have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-8.33 for Ponyta — 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 Ponyta?

Our model estimates approximately -20% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $19.62, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-8.33. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Ponyta?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$19.62

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$11.29

Estimated profit$-8.33

Estimated return-20%

Break-even sell price$25.30

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $21.96 $-19.66 (-47%)

PSA 7 $22.83 $-18.79 (-45%)