Does Professor's Research (Professor Magnolia) have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-11.33 for Professor's Research (Professor Magnolia) — 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's Research (Professor Magnolia)?

Our model estimates approximately -38% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $7.64, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-11.33. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Professor's Research (Professor Magnolia)?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$7.64

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$-3.69

Estimated profit$-11.33

Estimated return-38%

Break-even sell price$-15.13

Profit by Grade

PSA 8 $15.75 $-13.89 (-47%)

PSA 9 $17.00 $-12.64 (-43%)