Does Rattata have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-18.42 for Rattata — 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 Rattata?

Our model estimates approximately -51% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $14.03, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-18.42. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Rattata?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$14.03

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$-4.39

Estimated profit$-18.42

Estimated return-51%

Break-even sell price$-3.20

Profit by Grade

PSA 8 $13.34 $-22.69 (-63%)

PSA 9 $45.60 +$9.57 (27%)