Does Slowpoke have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $2.61 for Slowpoke — 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 Slowpoke?

Our model estimates approximately 8% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $8.86, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $2.61. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Slowpoke?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$8.86

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$11.47

Estimated profit$2.61

Estimated return8%

Break-even sell price$-5.84

Profit by Grade

PSA 8 $24.37 $-6.49 (-21%)

PSA 9 $28.80 $-2.06 (-7%)