GameStop Proposes to Acquire eBay for $125 Per Share
May 3, 2026
GameStop proposed a non-binding offer to acquire 100% of eBay Inc. for $125.00 per share, consisting of 50% cash and 50% GameStop common stock. The transaction is conditioned on customary closing conditions, and GameStop intends to achieve significant annualized cost reductions within twelve months of closing if completed.
- Buyers
- GameStop Corp.
- Targets
- eBay Inc.
- Industry
- E-Commerce
- Location
- United States
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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