Does Smeargle have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-6.70 for Smeargle — 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 Smeargle?

Our model estimates approximately -23% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $7.45, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-6.70. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Smeargle?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$7.45

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$0.75

Estimated profit$-6.70

Estimated return-23%

Break-even sell price$14.35

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $11.52 $-17.93 (-61%)

PSA 8 $14.12 $-15.33 (-52%)