Does Tentacruel have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-5.05 for Tentacruel — 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 Tentacruel?

Our model estimates approximately -14% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $13.35, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-5.05. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Tentacruel?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$13.35

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$8.30

Estimated profit$-5.05

Estimated return-14%

Break-even sell price$-9.03

Profit by Grade

PSA 8 $9.60 $-25.75 (-73%)

PSA 9 $27.80 $-7.55 (-21%)