Does Raikou have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-4.46 for Raikou — 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 Raikou?

Our model estimates approximately -16% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $6.13, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-4.46. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Raikou?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$6.13

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$1.67

Estimated profit$-4.46

Estimated return-16%

Break-even sell price$-15.78

Profit by Grade

PSA 9 $10.52 $-17.61 (-63%)

PSA 10 $49.29 +$21.16 (75%)