Does Swampert have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-7.04 for Swampert — 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 Swampert?

Our model estimates approximately -18% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $17.48, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-7.04. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Swampert?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$17.48

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$10.44

Estimated profit$-7.04

Estimated return-18%

Break-even sell price$20.53

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $22.63 $-16.85 (-43%)

PSA 8 $40.78 +$1.30 (3%)