‘EBay Is Not Happy With Me,’ GameStop CEO Says
Wall Street Journal
Last updated: May 7, 2026
GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen has publicly stated his intention to acquire eBay, asserting that he has secured the necessary financing for the transaction. This ambitious proposal follows a previous CNBC interview where Cohen indicated a "half cash, half stock" offer structure for the potential acquisition of the e-commerce giant.
- GameStop's chief executive, Ryan Cohen, has declared his readiness to acquire eBay, claiming he possesses the financial backing for such a move.
- Cohen conveyed this intention on multiple occasions to CNBC.
- He specified that the proposed acquisition of eBay would involve a consideration of "half cash, half stock."
- This indicates a blended financing approach, combining cash and GameStop's own stock as payment for eBay.
- The announcement signifies a potentially significant diversification and expansion strategy for GameStop beyond its core video game retail business.
- The feasibility and terms of such an acquisition remain subject to further negotiation and regulatory approvals.
- Cohen's assertion of financing availability is a crucial step in signaling the seriousness of the proposed deal.
