Does Zekrom have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-10.73 for Zekrom — 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 Zekrom?

Our model estimates approximately -27% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $18.18, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-10.73. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$18.18

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$7.45

Estimated profit$-10.73

Estimated return-27%

Break-even sell price$-6.22

Profit by Grade

PSA 7 $13.57 $-26.61 (-66%)

PSA 8 $23.47 $-16.71 (-42%)