Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (TTWO)

In the past six months, Take-Two Interactive's stock has experienced notable events and fluctuations. The stock was down 1.17% over the past 7 days and down 3.07% over the past 30 days, but it has shown a significant increase of 53.81% over the past 12 months. Key events impacting the stock include the postponement of Grand Theft Auto VI, analyst ratings from DA Davidson and UBS, the acquisition of Gearbox Entertainment, and financial performance with a substantial GAAP net loss for fiscal years 2024 and 2025.

Demand for Take-Two Interactive's products and services exhibits clear seasonality. Sales are typically higher during the fourth calendar quarter due to increased demand during the holiday season. Demand for the company's sports titles is seasonal, with releases typically occurring just prior to the start of their respective sport seasons. The company's quarterly operating results are also highly dependent on the release of "hit" titles, which can lead to significant fluctuations. Take-Two also utilizes strategic pricing through various digital platforms and seasonal sales events.

Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. develops, operates, and publishes interactive entertainment products for console gaming systems, personal computers, and mobile devices. The company operates through its labels Rockstar Games, 2K, and Zynga. Rockstar Games is known for action-adventure titles, 2K publishes a range of genres including shooter, action, sports, and Zynga focuses on mobile games. Major product franchises include Grand Theft Auto, NBA 2K, and Zynga Poker.

Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. has a significant global presence across the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific. International sales account for 39.5% of its net revenue in fiscal year 2025. The company is actively expanding its presence in Asia, the Middle East, and Latin America, with China identified as a key market through its partnership with Tencent.

Take-Two Interactive is generally recognized for its high-quality, critically acclaimed video games and blockbuster franchises. However, a "2025 Terms of Service controversy" has been noted as a significant recent development that may impact the company's brand reputation. Additionally, the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into products is recognized as potentially presenting operational and reputational risks, including legal and ethical issues.

Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. is predominantly owned by institutional shareholders, who hold 93.06% of the company's stock. Insiders hold 42.29%, while retail investors hold 0.00%. Major institutional owners include Vanguard Group Inc., BlackRock, Inc., and Public Investment Fund. Carl C. Icahn is identified as the largest individual shareholder, owning 35.95 million shares, representing 20.26% of the company.