Does Salamence ex have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-3.21 for Salamence ex — 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 Salamence ex?

Our model estimates approximately -2% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $174.81, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-3.21. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Salamence ex?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$174.81

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$171.60

Estimated profit$-3.21

Estimated return-2%

Break-even sell price$262.11

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $84.60 $-112.21 (-57%)

PSA 7 $139.84 $-56.97 (-29%)