Does Raichu have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-16.85 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 -36% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $25.41, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-16.85. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Raichu?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$25.41

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$8.56

Estimated profit$-16.85

Estimated return-36%

Break-even sell price$14.87

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $18.74 $-28.67 (-60%)

PSA 8 $46.75 $-0.66 (-1%)