Does Steelix have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-0.74 for Steelix — 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 Steelix?

Our model estimates approximately -2% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $14.37, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-0.74. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Steelix?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$14.37

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$13.63

Estimated profit$-0.74

Estimated return-2%

Break-even sell price$-4.43

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $15.00 $-21.37 (-59%)

PSA 8 $23.15 $-13.22 (-36%)