GameStop Corp. Class A (GME)

GameStop's stock price has experienced significant volatility and a general decline over the past year. From November 27, 2024, to November 26, 2025, the share price declined by 29.98%. In the week leading up to November 28, 2025, GME stock rose by 6.03%, but it experienced an 11.71% fall over the month. In October 2025, a viral White House post briefly boosted the stock by 7.5%. GameStop shares have shown renewed strength with increased options trading activity and rising implied volatility leading up to its Q3 earnings report. Institutional investors have been observed trimming significant positions in the stock during Q3.

Demand for GameStop's products and services exhibits seasonality, with September, October, and November historically showing bullish trends for the stock. This seasonality is likely influenced by the release of new video game titles and consoles, which typically occur in the fall and holiday seasons. Earnings reports and the broader retail sector also experience seasonality. GameStop also categorizes some of its products as "seasonal products."

GameStop Corp. is a specialty retailer of games and entertainment products, operating through physical stores and e-commerce platforms. The company's major product categories include new and pre-owned video game consoles, accessories, and software. GameStop also sells digital products and a range of collectibles, apparel, gadgets, electronics, toys, and publishes Game Informer.

GameStop Corp. operates in the United States, Canada, Australia, and Europe. As of February 2025, the company had approximately 3,203 stores globally. In May 2025, GameStop sold its Canadian operations. Furthermore, in March 2025, the company completed the divestiture of its Italian operations and the wind-down of store operations in Germany. In February 2025, GameStop also announced its intention to sell its French operations.

GameStop has focused on adapting its business model and engaging with the gaming community. The company aims to revitalize its brand through initiatives like enhancing e-commerce capabilities and diversifying product offerings. GameStop leverages its brand recognition and loyal customer base, reinforced by exclusive memberships and loyalty programs. In November 2025, GameStop launched a "Trade Anything Day" promotion to increase foot traffic in its stores. There have been no widely reported significant negative events specifically impacting its brand reputation in the past year.

GameStop Corp.'s ownership is a mix of institutional, retail, and individual investors. Institutional investors collectively own approximately 29.44% to 34% of the company's shares. The top 10 institutional investors collectively own 25% of GameStop Corp. Retail investors and insiders own approximately 66% of the company. Ryan Cohen owns the most shares of GameStop Corp.