Does Slowbro have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-47.40 for Slowbro — 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 Slowbro?

Our model estimates approximately -64% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $52.16, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-47.40. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Slowbro?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$52.16

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$4.76

Estimated profit$-47.40

Estimated return-64%

Break-even sell price$5.26

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $16.35 $-57.81 (-78%)

PSA 8 $31.94 $-42.22 (-57%)