Does Professor Oak (Shadowless) have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-12.95 for Professor Oak (Shadowless) — 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 Professor Oak (Shadowless)?

Our model estimates approximately -46% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $6.01, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-12.95. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Professor Oak (Shadowless)?

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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$-6.94

Estimated profit$-12.95

Estimated return-46%

Break-even sell price$0.72

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $10.34 $-17.67 (-63%)

PSA 8 $10.34 $-17.67 (-63%)