Does Staryu have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-10.42 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 -36% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $7.17, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-10.42. 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$7.17

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$-3.25

Estimated profit$-10.42

Estimated return-36%

Break-even sell price$-19.10

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $5.78 $-23.39 (-80%)

PSA 8 $10.00 $-19.17 (-66%)