Does Raichu have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-1.45 for Raichu — 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 Raichu?

Our model estimates approximately -3% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $23.28, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-1.45. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Raichu?

Fossil · #29

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$23.28

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$21.83

Estimated profit$-1.45

Estimated return-3%

Break-even sell price$47.44

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $11.85 $-33.43 (-74%)

PSA 7 $32.80 $-12.48 (-28%)