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GameStop has made a takeover bid for eBay valued at approximately $55.5 billion, according to Reuters via Investing.com.
The proposal values eBay shares at $125 each, structured evenly between cash and stock, positioning the deal as one of the largest potential transactions in the global retail and e-commerce sector.
GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen indicated that the company is prepared to take the offer directly to shareholders if eBay’s board declines to engage in discussions, signaling a potentially hostile takeover approach.
The move underscores Cohen’s continued push to reshape GameStop’s strategic direction, expanding beyond its legacy retail model into broader digital commerce and platform-based ecosystems.
GameStop has already accumulated a 5% stake in eBay, strengthening its position ahead of any potential negotiations.
To support the transaction, the company has secured a $20 billion debt commitment letter from TD Bank, providing a significant portion of the financing required for the proposed acquisition.
If successful, the deal would mark a transformative shift for both companies, combining GameStop’s evolving digital strategy with eBay’s established global marketplace infrastructure.
The bid also reflects a broader trend of consolidation across e-commerce and digital platforms, as companies seek scale, user engagement, and operational synergies in an increasingly competitive landscape.
