Does Surfing Pikachu have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-9.41 for Surfing Pikachu — 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 Surfing Pikachu?

Our model estimates approximately -16% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $35.91, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-9.41. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Surfing Pikachu?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$35.91

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$26.50

Estimated profit$-9.41

Estimated return-16%

Break-even sell price$50.72

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $32.43 $-25.48 (-44%)

PSA 7 $39.27 $-18.64 (-32%)