GameStop proposes $125/share acquisition of eBay in cash-and-stock deal

Filed May 4, 2026 · Period ending May 3, 2026 · ~1 min read

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  GameStop submitted a non-binding offer to acquire 100% of eBay at $125.00 per share in a combination of cash and GameStop stock, representing a major strategic shift into e-commerce.

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  GameStop filed a Schedule 13D revealing it already holds over 5% of eBay through direct ownership and derivatives, indicating it has been building a position before making the public offer.

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  The deal requires shareholder approval from both companies, antitrust clearance, and external financing. GameStop has not accessed eBay's books and records, relying only on public information.

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