GameStop Proposes $55.5 Billion Acquisition of eBay, CEO to Lead Combined Entity
GameStop Corp. (NYSE: GME) announced on May 3, 2026 a proposal to acquire eBay Inc. (NASDAQ: EBAY) for $55.5 billion, with GameStop’s chief executive slated to head the merged company. The bid represents a major strategic shift for the video‑game retailer into broader e‑commerce, pending shareholder and regulatory approval.
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