Does Raichu have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-2.20 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 -6% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $14.32, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-2.20. 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$14.32

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$12.12

Estimated profit$-2.20

Estimated return-6%

Break-even sell price$31.20

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $22.31 $-14.01 (-39%)

PSA 7 $29.47 $-6.85 (-19%)