Does Shining Magikarp have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-11.00 for Shining Magikarp — 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 Shining Magikarp?

Our model estimates approximately -20% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $32.02, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-11.00. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Shining Magikarp?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$32.02

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$21.02

Estimated profit$-11.00

Estimated return-20%

Break-even sell price$3.76

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $26.00 $-28.02 (-52%)

PSA 8 $28.44 $-25.58 (-47%)