Does Swadloon have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-6.28 for Swadloon — 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 Swadloon?

Our model estimates approximately -22% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $6.66, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-6.28. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Swadloon?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$6.66

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$0.38

Estimated profit$-6.28

Estimated return-22%

Break-even sell price$-12.97

Profit by Grade

PSA 8 $12.44 $-16.22 (-57%)

PSA 9 $17.89 $-10.77 (-38%)