GameStop Makes $56 Billion Unsolicited Offer to Acquire eBay

GameStop has made a $56 billion unsolicited offer to acquire eBay as part of CEO Ryan Cohen's plan to transform the online marketplace into a competitor to Amazon. eBay has stated it will review the proposal but has not had prior discussions with GameStop. The acquisition would be funded using GameStop's balance sheet and third-party financing, potentially including external investors.

By Emma Roth · The Verge · May 4, 2026, 13:46 UTC

GameStop Makes $56 Billion Unsolicited Offer to Acquire eBay

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Topics: Corporate Strategy eBay GameStop Market Competition Mergers and Acquisitions

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