Does Voltorb have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-17.75 for Voltorb — 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 Voltorb?

Our model estimates approximately -40% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $22.82, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-17.75. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Voltorb?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$22.82

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$5.07

Estimated profit$-17.75

Estimated return-40%

Break-even sell price$13.61

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $13.11 $-31.71 (-71%)

PSA 8 $32.32 $-12.50 (-28%)