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Com7 PCL (COM7.BK)

Q3 2026
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Com7 Q2 profit jumps 30%, targets raised, but margin risks temper outlook

  • Strong Q2 results and raised guidance Com7 reported Q2 2026 profit up about 30% and revenue up 16.4%, prompting management to raise full-year targets to 10–15% revenue growth and over 20% profit growth.

    This is the core positive fundamental news that drove the stock in Q3.

  • Broker upgrades and higher target prices Brokers upgraded the stock, citing iPhone 18 momentum, government stimulus, new lending and insurance units, and a PLANB media partnership. Target prices rose to 33–36 baht.

    Analyst upgrades and new business initiatives directly influenced investor sentiment and price targets.

  • Margin and growth sustainability concerns Krungsri stays neutral, warning that low-cost inventory benefits will fade, earnings growth may slow in late 2026 and 2027, and post-iPhone launch sales could decelerate.

    This is the main counterweight that kept the outlook mixed despite strong results.

August 2026
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Com7 Q2 profit up 30%, brokers raise targets on iPhone 18 and solar

  • Strong Q2 earnings and raised guidance Com7 reported Q2 2026 profit up 30% and raised full-year targets, driven by smartphone, EV, and solar demand. This beat expectations and boosted investor confidence.

    This is the core positive event that drove the stock in August.

  • Broker upgrades on iPhone 18 and new businesses Brokers lifted target prices to 33–35 baht, citing iPhone 18 momentum, AI-driven memory price increases, new lending and insurance subsidiaries, and government solar and consumer stimulus.

    Analyst upgrades directly influence price targets and investor sentiment.

  • Krungsri neutral on fading benefits Krungsri remains neutral, warning that low-cost inventory benefits will fade, slowing earnings growth in late 2026 and 2027, while post-iPhone launch sales may decelerate due to staged rollouts and pull-forward buying.

    This provides a balanced view and highlights key risks that could pressure the stock.

  • Cheap valuation but margin concerns Valuation remains cheap, but margin sustainability and demand durability are key concerns. This creates a mixed outlook as investors weigh attractive pricing against potential earnings slowdown.

    It captures the tension between value and risk that shapes the stock's direction.

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COM7's iPhone 18 launch, new lending and insurance deals drive growth

  • iPhone 18 launch and strong pre-orders COM7 began selling the iPhone 18 on September 18 with strong pre-orders and higher prices (8-11% up). Analysts expect Q3 profit to grow over 30% year-on-year, driven by same-store sales and the new phone. This boosts revenue and profit, pushing the stock up.

    The iPhone 18 launch is a major new product cycle that directly lifts COM7's sales and profit, a key reason for the stock's recent strength.

  • New lending and insurance subsidiaries COM7 set up Ufun Money for IT lending and brought PLANB into iCare insurance with an 860 million baht investment. This expands high-margin financial services, expected to add about 200 million baht profit yearly and open new revenue streams.

    These corporate actions diversify COM7's business into higher-margin lending and insurance, supporting long-term earnings growth.

  • Broker upgrades and target price hikes Several brokers raised target prices to 33-35 baht, citing strong Q3 profit growth (up to 50% year-on-year) from iPhone demand and the Lock Phone business. This reflects confidence in COM7's earnings momentum.

    Broker upgrades and higher targets signal growing optimism, which can attract investors and lift the stock price.

  • Government stimulus and solar rooftop support Thailand's solar rooftop subsidy and consumer stimulus measures (like Thai Chuay Thai) are expected to boost demand for COM7's solar kits and IT products. This adds new revenue channels and supports consumer spending.

    Government policies directly stimulate demand for COM7's products, providing a positive demand shock.

September 2026
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COM7 lifts targets as iPhone 18 and state stimulus drive profit surge

  • Q2 profit jumps 30%, full-year targets raised COM7's Q2 2026 net profit rose 29.9% and revenue grew 16.4% on strong smartphone demand. Management raised its 2026 revenue growth target to 10-15% and profit growth to over 20%, signalling confidence that higher memory-driven prices and demand will keep boosting earnings.

    This is the core fundamental upgrade that directly lifts profit expectations and the stock's value.

  • iPhone 18 demand stronger than expected, brokers hike targets Krungsri and KGI both see Q3 2026 profit hitting 1.3-1.4 billion baht, up 35-50% year-on-year, as iPhone 18 Pro/Pro Max bookings stay strong despite 8-11% higher prices. KGI raised its target price to 36 baht and upgraded to buy, citing double-digit volume and price growth.

    Analyst upgrades and strong iPhone demand are the main near-term catalysts pushing the stock higher.

  • Government stimulus adds consumer spending power Thailand's cabinet approved a 57.5-billion-baht stimulus package, including higher welfare-card allowances and the Thai Chuay Thai Plus 60/40 co-payment scheme running through November. Analysts name COM7 a top beneficiary as the extra cash lifts spending on smartphones and IT products it sells.

    The stimulus directly boosts demand for COM7's products and is a new, concrete government action.

  • PLANB board seats and media partnership progress PLANB is set to gain two board seats at COM7, giving it 22% control and shifting its accounting to equity method. The partnership aims to install digital advertising screens in over 1,400 COM7 stores and on EV taxis, with concrete cooperation expected in Q4 2026, opening a new media revenue stream.

    This is a new strategic development that could unlock additional value and is not yet priced in.

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COM7 lifts targets as iPhone 18 and state stimulus drive profit surge

  • Q2 profit jumps 30%, full-year targets raised COM7's Q2 2026 net profit rose 29.9% and revenue grew 16.4% on strong smartphone demand. Management raised its 2026 revenue growth target to 10-15% and profit growth to over 20%, signalling confidence that higher memory-driven prices and demand will keep boosting earnings.

    This is the core fundamental upgrade that directly lifts profit expectations and the stock's value.

  • iPhone 18 demand stronger than expected, brokers hike targets Krungsri and KGI both see Q3 2026 profit hitting 1.3-1.4 billion baht, up 35-50% year-on-year, as iPhone 18 Pro/Pro Max bookings stay strong despite 8-11% higher prices. KGI raised its target price to 36 baht and upgraded to buy, citing double-digit volume and price growth.

    Analyst upgrades and strong iPhone demand are the main near-term catalysts pushing the stock higher.

  • Government stimulus adds consumer spending power Thailand's cabinet approved a 57.5-billion-baht stimulus package, including higher welfare-card allowances and the Thai Chuay Thai Plus 60/40 co-payment scheme running through November. Analysts name COM7 a top beneficiary as the extra cash lifts spending on smartphones and IT products it sells.

    The stimulus directly boosts demand for COM7's products and is a new, concrete government action.

  • PLANB board seats and media partnership progress PLANB is set to gain two board seats at COM7, giving it 22% control and shifting its accounting to equity method. The partnership aims to install digital advertising screens in over 1,400 COM7 stores and on EV taxis, with concrete cooperation expected in Q4 2026, opening a new media revenue stream.

    This is a new strategic development that could unlock additional value and is not yet priced in.

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COM7 raises targets on AI memory price surge and iPhone 18 buzz

  • AI memory price surge lifts retail prices and COM7 targets AI and data center demand pushed memory prices up 200-300% quarter on quarter, raising smartphone and computer retail prices by 20-50%. COM7 raised its 2026 revenue growth target to 10-15% and profit growth above 20%, as higher selling prices and strong demand boost sales and margins.

    This is the core new driver: AI-driven memory price surge directly lifts COM7's retail prices and prompted the target upgrade.

  • iPhone 18 launch and foldable iPhone excite upgrade demand Apple's September 9 event unveiled the iPhone 18 Pro, Pro Max, and first foldable iPhone Duo. Analysts highlight COM7 as a top pick with over 100 Studio7 stores and ~25% market share. Same-store sales grew double digits in July-August, and Q3-to-date sales rose 15-20% on pre-launch buying.

    New product launch is a fresh catalyst driving upgrade demand and boosting COM7's sales momentum.

  • Solar rooftop subsidy scheme adds new demand channel Thailand's 50-billion-baht household solar rooftop subsidy, opening for registration in mid-October, is expected to lift household demand for installations. COM7 is named as a beneficiary because it distributes ready-made solar kits, adding a new revenue stream beyond smartphones and IT products.

    New government subsidy directly supports COM7's solar kit distribution business, adding incremental demand.

  • Strong momentum but post-launch slowdown and margin fade risk Krungsri stays neutral on the IT retail group, warning that the boost from low-cost inventory will fade, causing earnings growth to slow in late 2026 and 2027. Post-iPhone launch sales may also slow as models roll out in stages, with some pull-forward buying already done. Still, COM7 is favored for its integrated business and cheap valuation.

    This is the real counterweight: strong current momentum but expected slowdown and margin pressure ahead.

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COM7 Q2 profit jumps 30%, raises targets; solar policy adds demand

  • Q2 profit up 30%, full-year targets raised COM7 reported Q2 2026 net profit of 1.303 billion baht, up 29.9% from a year earlier, beating expectations. Sales rose 16.4% on strong smartphone and electric vehicle demand. The company raised its 2026 revenue growth target to at least 10-15% and profit growth to at least 20%, a direct sign the business is performing better than previously guided.

    This is the core new fundamental event that directly drives the stock's value and investor confidence.

  • Broker raises target price to 35 baht on strong results Finansia Syrus Securities raised its 2026-2028 profit forecasts by 11-16% and lifted its target price to 35 baht, maintaining a buy rating. The upgrade follows better-than-expected sales and gross margin. A higher target price from a respected analyst often pulls the stock price up as investors adjust their expectations.

    Analyst upgrades and target price increases directly influence short- to medium-term price moves by shaping market expectations.

  • 200 billion baht clean energy policy boosts solar kit demand The government allocated 200 billion baht to boost clean energy, including solar rooftop kits. COM7 is a distribution channel for ready-made household solar kits, so this policy should increase sales. The extra demand supports COM7's revenue growth beyond its core smartphone business.

    This is a new government policy that creates a fresh demand driver for COM7's products.

  • PLANB partnership expands media and profit-sharing PLANB invested in COM7 and expects profit-sharing starting September 2026, with about 500 million baht forecast for 2027. The partnership also plans advertising on COM7's 1,400 stores and EV7 network. This collaboration brings new revenue streams and strategic value to COM7.

    The PLANB investment and profit-sharing agreement is a new development that adds a new earnings contributor for COM7.

GameStop Corp. (GME)

Q3 2026
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GameStop's profit surge offset by dilution and shrinking core sales

  • Record profit and raised guidance GameStop posted record profit and raised its outlook, with collectibles reaching nearly half of sales, helped by an Uber Eats deal. This shows the business is becoming more profitable even as it shrinks.

    This is the main positive force behind the stock this quarter.

  • Core sales fall 19–20% Core sales dropped about 19–20% as GameStop closed stores and physical PlayStation discs neared their end. This decline threatens the company's traditional retail business and weighs on the stock.

    This is the key negative fundamental driver this quarter.

  • Share count expansion and debt swap dilute holders Shareholders approved expanding authorized shares to 2.5 billion, and a $1.4 billion debt-for-equity swap diluted existing holders. These moves triggered sharp selloffs because each share now represents a smaller slice of the company.

    This is a major new negative event that directly hit the stock price.

  • eBay bid rejected, removing a catalyst GameStop's $55.5 billion bid for eBay was rejected and faced financing doubts, removing a potential catalyst that had excited investors. The failed deal leaves the company without a major growth path.

    This is a key negative development that changed the investment story this quarter.

August 2026
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GameStop's profit surge and eBay exit offset core sales decline

  • Record profit and raised guidance GameStop reported record quarterly profit of $389.6 million and raised its full-year outlook, showing a sharp turnaround from prior losses.

    This is the main positive force behind the stock's improved outlook.

  • Collectibles boom and Uber Eats deal Collectibles sales jumped 57% to nearly half of revenue, and a new Uber Eats partnership added a delivery channel, diversifying away from physical games.

    These new growth areas are key to offsetting the shrinking core business.

  • Insider buying signals confidence CEO Ryan Cohen and directors bought millions in stock, a sign they believe the company is undervalued and expect better times ahead.

    Insider buying often boosts investor confidence and supports the share price.

  • Core sales shrink and dilution hits stock Core sales fell 20% to $780–800 million amid store closures, and a $1.4 billion debt-for-stock swap diluted shareholders, sending shares down over 10% to their lowest since August 2024.

    This is the main counterweight, showing the retail business still shrinking and dilution hurting investors.

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GameStop's profit and insider buying rise, but share count grows

  • Record profit and raised outlook GameStop reported record quarterly net income of $389.6 million, helped by cost cuts, higher revenue, and investment gains, and later raised its full-year profit forecast. A more profitable company supports the stock price because investors see a healthier business.

    This is the core reason the company looks financially stronger and supports the stock.

  • Collectibles and Uber Eats expand sales channels Collectibles sales jumped 57% to $356.3 million and now make up nearly half of total sales, while a new Uber Eats partnership offers nationwide on-demand delivery of games and consoles. Both give GameStop new ways to sell higher-margin products.

    These are new growth channels that can lift future sales and profit.

  • CEO and directors buy millions in stock CEO Ryan Cohen bought about $20 million of shares in September and another $10.6 million at month-end, while a director bought 1 million shares. Insider buying signals confidence in the company's future, which often lifts shares.

    Insider purchases are a strong signal of confidence that can support the stock price.

  • Debt-for-stock swap dilutes shareholders GameStop exchanged $1.4 billion of convertible notes for new shares, cutting debt but increasing the share count without raising cash. The stock fell over 10% to its lowest since August 2024 as investors worried their ownership stakes would shrink.

    This is the main counterweight that pushed the stock down during the period.

September 2026
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GameStop's profit surge and insider buying lift GME, but sales still shrink

  • Record Q2 profit and raised outlook GameStop reported record Q2 operating income of $160.2 million and more than doubled adjusted EBITDA, then raised its full-year EBITDA forecast to over $650 million. Higher profit and a brighter outlook make the company look financially healthier, which supports the stock price.

    This is the core new financial result that directly boosts investor confidence and the stock.

  • Collectibles now nearly half of sales Collectibles sales jumped 57% to $356.3 million and now make up 45.1% of total sales, up from 23.4% a year ago. This shift toward higher-margin items is making the core business more profitable, which is a key reason the stock is moving up.

    It explains the improving profit mix that investors are rewarding.

  • CEO and directors buy millions in stock CEO Ryan Cohen bought about $26.4 million of shares, pushing his stake past 40 million, and three directors also bought stock. Insider buying signals confidence in the company's future, which often lifts shares because investors see it as a positive sign.

    Insider purchases are a direct, new signal of confidence that can move the stock.

  • Sales still falling as core retail shrinks Net sales fell 18.7% to $790.2 million, hurt by store closures, the sale of French operations, and last year's Switch 2 launch. The ongoing sales decline shows the traditional retail business is still shrinking, which weighs on the stock and is a real counterweight to the profit gains.

    It provides the necessary balance, showing the main risk that keeps the stock from rising more.

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GameStop's profit surge and insider buying lift GME, but sales still shrink

  • Record Q2 profit and raised outlook GameStop reported record Q2 operating income of $160.2 million and more than doubled adjusted EBITDA, then raised its full-year EBITDA forecast to over $650 million. Higher profit and a brighter outlook make the company look financially healthier, which supports the stock price.

    This is the core new financial result that directly boosts investor confidence and the stock.

  • Collectibles now nearly half of sales Collectibles sales jumped 57% to $356.3 million and now make up 45.1% of total sales, up from 23.4% a year ago. This shift toward higher-margin items is making the core business more profitable, which is a key reason the stock is moving up.

    It explains the improving profit mix that investors are rewarding.

  • CEO and directors buy millions in stock CEO Ryan Cohen bought about $26.4 million of shares, pushing his stake past 40 million, and three directors also bought stock. Insider buying signals confidence in the company's future, which often lifts shares because investors see it as a positive sign.

    Insider purchases are a direct, new signal of confidence that can move the stock.

  • Sales still falling as core retail shrinks Net sales fell 18.7% to $790.2 million, hurt by store closures, the sale of French operations, and last year's Switch 2 launch. The ongoing sales decline shows the traditional retail business is still shrinking, which weighs on the stock and is a real counterweight to the profit gains.

    It provides the necessary balance, showing the main risk that keeps the stock from rising more.

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GameStop drops eBay bid, cuts dilution, profit jumps on eBay stake

  • GameStop may abandon eBay bid GameStop is considering withdrawing its $56 billion bid for eBay, which eBay had rejected. Dropping the deal removes a huge financial risk and uncertainty, so investors see it as a positive for GME shares.

    This is a new development that directly affects GME's capital strategy and investor confidence.

  • Debt swap amended to fix share count GameStop changed its convertible debt exchange to pay $358 million in cash and issue a fixed number of shares, eliminating the threat of more dilution. Fewer new shares means existing owners keep a bigger slice, pushing the stock up.

    This new amendment directly addresses the dilution overhang that previously pressured GME.

  • Q2 profit beats on eBay stake gain GameStop expects Q2 net income of $290–310 million, up from $169 million, thanks to a $238 million gain from converting its eBay stake into shares. Higher profit signals better financial health, lifting the stock.

    This is a new earnings update that shows improved profitability, a key driver for the stock.

  • Sales fall 20% as core business shrinks GameStop's Q2 net sales dropped to $780–800 million from $972 million, hurt by store closures, the sale of French operations, and last year's Switch 2 launch. Falling sales show the core retail business is still shrinking, which weighs on the stock.

    This new data highlights ongoing weakness in GameStop's main business, a counterweight to the profit gain.

July 2026
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GameStop's eBay bid stalls, share count grows, debt swap hits stock

  • Shareholders approve massive share expansion GameStop shareholders approved expanding authorized Class A shares to 2.5 billion, up from a much smaller number. This lets the company issue many more shares, which would dilute existing owners and push the stock down. The vote also came as Sony confirmed it will stop making physical PlayStation discs, hurting GameStop's core business.

    This is a new event that directly increases share supply and signals dilution, a key negative for GME's price.

  • eBay bid faces financing doubts and rejection GameStop's $55.5 billion bid for eBay was rejected by eBay's board, and analysts doubt it can be financed. GameStop has about $9 billion cash plus a conditional $20 billion loan, far short of eBay's size. The market sees low odds of a deal, removing a potential catalyst and weighing on GME shares.

    This is a new development in the eBay saga that reduces the likelihood of a transformative deal, a negative for GME.

  • Debt-for-equity swap triggers sharp selloff GameStop announced it will exchange about $1.4 billion of convertible debt for newly issued Class A stock. This increases the number of shares and dilutes current holders, causing the stock to tumble over 12% on the day. Investors worry about further dilution from future conversions.

    This is a new capital action that directly dilutes shareholders and caused a major price drop, a clear negative driver.

  • GameStop popular on Robinhood's tokenized stock platform GameStop is one of the most traded tokenized stocks on Robinhood Chain, with combined volume of about $47 million for top names. This new way to trade GME 24/7 could attract more investors, especially overseas, and increase demand for the stock over time.

    This is a new demand-side development that could broaden GME's investor base and support its price.

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GameStop's eBay bid stalls, share count grows, debt swap hits stock

  • Shareholders approve massive share expansion GameStop shareholders approved expanding authorized Class A shares to 2.5 billion, up from a much smaller number. This lets the company issue many more shares, which would dilute existing owners and push the stock down. The vote also came as Sony confirmed it will stop making physical PlayStation discs, hurting GameStop's core business.

    This is a new event that directly increases share supply and signals dilution, a key negative for GME's price.

  • eBay bid faces financing doubts and rejection GameStop's $55.5 billion bid for eBay was rejected by eBay's board, and analysts doubt it can be financed. GameStop has about $9 billion cash plus a conditional $20 billion loan, far short of eBay's size. The market sees low odds of a deal, removing a potential catalyst and weighing on GME shares.

    This is a new development in the eBay saga that reduces the likelihood of a transformative deal, a negative for GME.

  • Debt-for-equity swap triggers sharp selloff GameStop announced it will exchange about $1.4 billion of convertible debt for newly issued Class A stock. This increases the number of shares and dilutes current holders, causing the stock to tumble over 12% on the day. Investors worry about further dilution from future conversions.

    This is a new capital action that directly dilutes shareholders and caused a major price drop, a clear negative driver.

  • GameStop popular on Robinhood's tokenized stock platform GameStop is one of the most traded tokenized stocks on Robinhood Chain, with combined volume of about $47 million for top names. This new way to trade GME 24/7 could attract more investors, especially overseas, and increase demand for the stock over time.

    This is a new demand-side development that could broaden GME's investor base and support its price.

Q2 2026
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GameStop's eBay bid advances as profit outlook brightens, but disc phase-out looms

  • GameStop drops $35B CEO pay plan to focus on eBay deal GameStop withdrew a proposed $35 billion pay package for CEO Ryan Cohen, removing a major investor concern and signaling that management is fully focused on acquiring eBay. This reduces uncertainty and could make the eBay deal more likely, which investors see as positive for GME.

    This is a new event that removes a negative overhang and clarifies strategic focus, directly affecting GME's appeal.

  • GameStop forecasts adjusted EBITDA above $600 million for fiscal 2027 GameStop expects adjusted EBITDA to exceed $600 million for the fiscal year ending January 2027, nearly double last year's $345.4 million. This profit outlook shows the core business is improving, which supports a higher stock price.

    This is a new, concrete financial forecast that directly boosts investor confidence in GME's profitability.

  • GameStop vows to pursue eBay acquisition despite board rejection CEO Ryan Cohen said he will not back down from the $125-per-share bid for eBay, even considering a hostile takeover. GameStop already owns about 7.8% of eBay. The deal faces low odds (14% chance) and financing doubts, so it adds both potential upside and risk.

    This is a new development in the ongoing eBay saga, showing determination but also significant obstacles that could hurt GME if the deal fails.

  • Sony to stop making physical PlayStation discs by 2028 Sony will end production of physical game discs for PlayStation in 2028, moving fully to digital. This threatens GameStop's core business of selling new and used physical games, as more than 80% of game sales are already digital. Long-term demand for GameStop's main products shrinks.

    This is a new, industry-changing event that directly undermines GameStop's traditional retail model, a key risk for future earnings.

June 2026
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GameStop's eBay bid advances as profit outlook brightens, but disc phase-out looms

  • GameStop drops $35B CEO pay plan to focus on eBay deal GameStop withdrew a proposed $35 billion pay package for CEO Ryan Cohen, removing a major investor concern and signaling that management is fully focused on acquiring eBay. This reduces uncertainty and could make the eBay deal more likely, which investors see as positive for GME.

    This is a new event that removes a negative overhang and clarifies strategic focus, directly affecting GME's appeal.

  • GameStop forecasts adjusted EBITDA above $600 million for fiscal 2027 GameStop expects adjusted EBITDA to exceed $600 million for the fiscal year ending January 2027, nearly double last year's $345.4 million. This profit outlook shows the core business is improving, which supports a higher stock price.

    This is a new, concrete financial forecast that directly boosts investor confidence in GME's profitability.

  • GameStop vows to pursue eBay acquisition despite board rejection CEO Ryan Cohen said he will not back down from the $125-per-share bid for eBay, even considering a hostile takeover. GameStop already owns about 7.8% of eBay. The deal faces low odds (14% chance) and financing doubts, so it adds both potential upside and risk.

    This is a new development in the ongoing eBay saga, showing determination but also significant obstacles that could hurt GME if the deal fails.

  • Sony to stop making physical PlayStation discs by 2028 Sony will end production of physical game discs for PlayStation in 2028, moving fully to digital. This threatens GameStop's core business of selling new and used physical games, as more than 80% of game sales are already digital. Long-term demand for GameStop's main products shrinks.

    This is a new, industry-changing event that directly undermines GameStop's traditional retail model, a key risk for future earnings.

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GameStop's eBay bid advances as profit outlook brightens, but disc phase-out looms

  • GameStop drops $35B CEO pay plan to focus on eBay deal GameStop withdrew a proposed $35 billion pay package for CEO Ryan Cohen, removing a major investor concern and signaling that management is fully focused on acquiring eBay. This reduces uncertainty and could make the eBay deal more likely, which investors see as positive for GME.

    This is a new event that removes a negative overhang and clarifies strategic focus, directly affecting GME's appeal.

  • GameStop forecasts adjusted EBITDA above $600 million for fiscal 2027 GameStop expects adjusted EBITDA to exceed $600 million for the fiscal year ending January 2027, nearly double last year's $345.4 million. This profit outlook shows the core business is improving, which supports a higher stock price.

    This is a new, concrete financial forecast that directly boosts investor confidence in GME's profitability.

  • GameStop vows to pursue eBay acquisition despite board rejection CEO Ryan Cohen said he will not back down from the $125-per-share bid for eBay, even considering a hostile takeover. GameStop already owns about 7.8% of eBay. The deal faces low odds (14% chance) and financing doubts, so it adds both potential upside and risk.

    This is a new development in the ongoing eBay saga, showing determination but also significant obstacles that could hurt GME if the deal fails.

  • Sony to stop making physical PlayStation discs by 2028 Sony will end production of physical game discs for PlayStation in 2028, moving fully to digital. This threatens GameStop's core business of selling new and used physical games, as more than 80% of game sales are already digital. Long-term demand for GameStop's main products shrinks.

    This is a new, industry-changing event that directly undermines GameStop's traditional retail model, a key risk for future earnings.