Does Raticate (Shadowless) have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-10.41 for Raticate (Shadowless) — 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 Raticate (Shadowless)?

Our model estimates approximately -36% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $6.68, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-10.41. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Raticate (Shadowless)?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$6.68

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$-3.73

Estimated profit$-10.41

Estimated return-36%

Break-even sell price$4.06

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $7.26 $-21.42 (-75%)

PSA 7 $19.72 $-8.96 (-31%)