Does Latios have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $1.97 for Latios — 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 Latios?

Our model estimates approximately 7% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $6.65, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $1.97. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Latios?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$6.65

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$8.62

Estimated profit$1.97

Estimated return7%

Break-even sell price$-2.86

Profit by Grade

PSA 8 $11.58 $-17.07 (-60%)

PSA 9 $56.57 +$27.92 (97%)