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How to Calculate Expected Value (+EV) in Sports Betting
Master Expected Value (+EV) math to consistently beat soft bookmakers using sharp Pinnacle market benchmark odds.
By DCODDS Team•5 min read
Table of Contents
1. What Is Expected Value (+EV)?
Expected Value (+EV) represents the average profit or loss an investor can expect to make per bet over hundreds of repetitions.
2. The Expected Value Formula
EV % = (P_win * Decimal_Odds) - 1
3. Sharp Market Reference (Pinnacle Benchmark)
Sharp sportsbooks (like Pinnacle and Betfair Exchange) handle millions of dollars in trading volume from professional syndicates.
4. Automated +EV Portfolio Builder
With DCODDS's Automated EV Portfolio Builder, daily +EV opportunities are aggregated automatically.
5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is a good +EV margin percentage?
Targeting +3% to +8% EV margins delivers outstanding compounding yield.