Does Staryu have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-9.42 for Staryu — 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 Staryu?

Our model estimates approximately -24% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $16.74, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-9.42. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Staryu?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$16.74

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$7.32

Estimated profit$-9.42

Estimated return-24%

Break-even sell price$22.55

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $19.21 $-19.53 (-50%)

PSA 7 $20.64 $-18.10 (-47%)