Does Raticate have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-7.46 for Raticate — 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?

Our model estimates approximately -17% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $21.02, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-7.46. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Raticate?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$21.02

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$13.56

Estimated profit$-7.46

Estimated return-17%

Break-even sell price$32.12

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $23.16 $-19.86 (-46%)

PSA 7 $25.31 $-17.71 (-41%)