Does Squirtle have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-3.58 for Squirtle — 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 Squirtle?

Our model estimates approximately -10% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $15.30, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-3.58. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Squirtle?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$15.30

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$11.72

Estimated profit$-3.58

Estimated return-10%

Break-even sell price$26.92

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $20.00 $-17.30 (-46%)

PSA 7 $29.99 $-7.31 (-20%)