Does Ralts have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-1.27 for Ralts — 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 Ralts?

Our model estimates approximately -4% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $7.90, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-1.27. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Ralts?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$7.90

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$6.63

Estimated profit$-1.27

Estimated return-4%

Break-even sell price$-13.89

Profit by Grade

PSA 8 $13.90 $-16.00 (-54%)

PSA 9 $18.16 $-11.74 (-39%)