Does Staryu have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-24.80 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 -50% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $27.23, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-24.80. 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$27.23

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$2.43

Estimated profit$-24.80

Estimated return-50%

Break-even sell price$-10.63

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $7.76 $-41.47 (-84%)

PSA 8 $10.52 $-38.71 (-79%)