Does Rattata have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-7.36 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 -8% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $67.89, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-7.36. 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$67.89

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$60.53

Estimated profit$-7.36

Estimated return-8%

Break-even sell price$83.47

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $69.00 $-20.89 (-23%)

PSA 8 $96.68 +$6.79 (8%)