GameStop Corp., a specialty retailer, provides games and entertainment products through its stores and ecommerce platforms in the United States, Canada, Australia, and Europe. The company sells new and pre-owned gaming platforms; accessories, such as controllers, gaming headsets, and virtual reality products; new and pre-owned gaming software; and in-game digital currency, digital downloadable content, and full-game downloads. It sells collectibles comprising apparel, toys, trading cards, gadgets, and other retail products for pop culture and technology enthusiasts, as well as engages in the digital asset wallet and NFT marketplace activities. The company operates stores and ecommerce sites under the GameStop, EB Games, and Micromania brands; and pop culture themed stores that sell collectibles, apparel, gadgets, electronics, toys, and other retail products under the Zing Pop Culture brand, as well as offers Game Informer magazine, a print and digital gaming publication. The company was formerly known as GSC Holdings Corp. GameStop Corp. was founded in 1996 and is headquartered in Grapevine, Texas.

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The following companies are expected to report earnings after hours on 09/09/2025. Visit our Earnings Calendar for a full list of expected earnings releases.
Oracle Corporation (ORCL)is reporting for the quarter ending August 31, 2025. The computer software company's consensus earnings per share forecast from the 11 analysts that follow the stock is $1.15. This value represents a 2.54% decrease compared to the same quarter last year. ORCL missed the consensus earnings per share in the 4th calendar quarter of 2024 by -2.54%. Zacks Investment Research reports that the 2026 Price to Earnings ratio for ORCL is 44.91 vs. an industry ratio of 24.70, implying that they will have a higher earnings growth than their competitors in the same industry.
Synopsys, Inc. (SNPS)is reporting for the quarter ending July 31, 2025. The computer software company's consensus earnings per share forecast from the 6 analysts that follow the stock is $2.76. This value represents a 8.66% increase compared to the same quarter last year. In the past year SNPS has beat the expectations every quarter. The highest one was in the 2nd calendar quarter where they beat the consensus by 7.92%. The days to cover, as reported in the 8/15/2025 short interest update, increased 171.83% from previous report on 7/31/2025. Zacks Investment Research reports that the 2025 Price to Earnings ratio for SNPS is 55.98 vs. an industry ratio of 24.70, implying that they will have a higher earnings growth than their competitors in the same industry.
AeroVironment, Inc. (AVAV)is reporting for the quarter ending July 31, 2025. The aerospace and defense company's consensus earnings per share forecast from the 5 analysts that follow the stock is $0.34. This value represents a 61.80% decrease compared to the same quarter last year. Zacks Investment Research reports that the 2026 Price to Earnings ratio for AVAV is 73.35 vs. an industry ratio of 53.10, implying that they will have a higher earnings growth than their competitors in the same industry.
Rubrik, Inc. (RBRK)is reporting for the quarter ending July 31, 2025. The internet software company's consensus earnings per share forecast from the 4 analysts that follow the stock is $-0.71. This value represents a 26.80% increase compared to the same quarter last year. RBRK missed the consensus earnings per share in the 3rd calendar quarter of 2024 by -1.04%. Zacks Investment Research reports that the 2026 Price to Earnings ratio for RBRK is -37.79 vs. an industry ratio of 37.20.
GameStop Corporation (GME)is reporting for the quarter ending July 31, 2025. The gaming company's consensus earnings per share forecast from the 1 analyst that follows the stock is $0.19. This value represents a 1800.00% increase compared to the same quarter last year. In the past year GME and beat the expectations the other three quarters. Zacks Investment Research reports that the 2026 Price to Earnings ratio for GME is 30.96 vs. an industry ratio of 7.60, implying that they will have a higher earnings growth than their competitors in the same industry.
A-Mark Precious Metals, Inc. (AMRK)is reporting for the quarter ending June 30, 2025. The precious metals (jewelry) company's consensus earnings per share forecast from the 1 analyst that follows the stock is $0.57. This value represents a 32.94% decrease compared to the same quarter last year. Zacks Investment Research reports that the 2025 Price to Earnings ratio for AMRK is 12.35 vs. an industry ratio of 12.40.
InnovAge Holding Corp. (INNV)is reporting for the quarter ending June 30, 2025. The medical services company's consensus earnings per share forecast from the 1 analyst that follows the stock is $-0.02. This value represents a 100.00% decrease compared to the same quarter last year. The "days to cover" for this stock exceeds 14 days. Zacks Investment Research reports that the 2025 Price to Earnings ratio for INNV is -16.79 vs. an industry ratio of 0.60.
Lands' End, Inc. (LE)is reporting for the quarter ending July 31, 2025. The consensus earnings per share forecast from the 2 analysts that follow the stock is $-0.03. LE reported earnings of $-0.02 per share for the same quarter a year ago; representing a a increase of 50.00%.LE missed the consensus earnings per share in the 1st calendar quarter of 2025 by -1.72%. Zacks Investment Research reports that the 2026 Price to Earnings ratio for LE is 23.34 vs. an industry ratio of 23.30, implying that they will have a higher earnings growth than their competitors in the same industry.
Matrix Service Company (MTRX)is reporting for the quarter ending June 30, 2025. The oil field machinery & equipment company's consensus earnings per share forecast from the 2 analysts that follow the stock is $0.01. This value represents a 107.14% increase compared to the same quarter last year. Zacks Investment Research reports that the 2025 Price to Earnings ratio for MTRX is -22.98 vs. an industry ratio of 14.20.
Limoneira Co (LMNR)is reporting for the quarter ending July 31, 2025. The agriculture company's consensus earnings per share forecast from the 1 analyst that follows the stock is $0.13. This value represents a 62.86% decrease compared to the same quarter last year. Zacks Investment Research reports that the 2025 Price to Earnings ratio for LMNR is -46.24 vs. an industry ratio of -4.60.
Methode Electronics, Inc. (MEI)is reporting for the quarter ending July 31, 2025. The electrical connectors company's consensus earnings per share forecast from the 1 analyst that follows the stock is $-0.40. This value represents a 29.03% decrease compared to the same quarter last year. Zacks Investment Research reports that the 2026 Price to Earnings ratio for MEI is -8.73 vs. an industry ratio of 13.90.
Lakeland Industries, Inc. (LAKE)is reporting for the quarter ending July 31, 2025. The protection safety company's consensus earnings per share forecast from the 1 analyst that follows the stock is $-0.04. This value represents a 78.95% increase compared to the same quarter last year. The "days to cover" for this stock exceeds 15 days. Zacks Investment Research reports that the 2026 Price to Earnings ratio for LAKE is 83.33 vs. an industry ratio of -14.10, implying that they will have a higher earnings growth than their competitors in the same industry.
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After-Hours Earnings Report for September 9, 2025 : ORCL, SNPS, AVAV, RBRK, GME, AMRK, INNV, LE, MTRX, LMNR, MEI, LAKE

Tuesday, September 9, 2025
Pre-market futures continue their upward drift this morning, after closing politely higher Monday and setting a new all-time closing high on the tech-heavy Nasdaq. The Dow is up another +37 points at this hour, the S&P 500 is +6 points and the Nasdaq is +45 to 23,851. Only the small-cap Russell 2000 is down a marginal -0.4 points at this hour, though it leads the major indexes over the last five trading days.
We’re not seeing a ton of new data out ahead of the opening bell — certainly nothing like last week’s Jobs Week — but we do look forward to Apple’s AAPL release of the iPhone 17 later today. Expectations there for are an ultra-thin model and some charging/battery upgrades, but not much in the way of AI technology.
Small-Business Optimism Ticks Higher
Early this morning, the NFIB Small Business Optimism Index for August came in half a point higher to 100.8, remaining above the 52-year average of 98.0. Over two-thirds of small business owners find conditions to be either excellent (+14%) or good (+54%), while only 4% think they are poor. Labor Quality was the top problem among small business owners in the survey, with 32% having open jobs they are unable to fill.
FuelCell Energy Beats Estimates in Q3
Small-cap renewable energy server FuelCell Energy FCEL posted big positive surprises in its fiscal Q3 report out this morning, reporting a loss of -95 cents per share for a +40% beat, on revenues of $46.7 million, which amounts to +97% sales growth year over year. Shares are up +2.6% in pre-market trading, though still down -50% year to date.
What to Expect from the Stock Market Today
Aside from the aforementioned Apple news on the updated iPhone, a year’s worth of jobs revisions from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) is expected after today’s open. These adjustments will take into account all BLS employment tallies from April 2024 to March 2025. Analysts anticipate revisions to be in the several hundreds of thousands.
Recall a year ago, only weeks ahead of the 2024 General Election: BLS jobs revisions came in a whopping -818K, adjusting downward the accomplishments of the labor market over the prior year. This year, BLS reports have entered the political realm thanks to President Trump’s suggestion that previous jobs numbers were not “real.” So aside from whatever the BLS finds, expect commentary from the White House today, as well.
We also look forward to fiscal Q1 earnings from Oracle ORCL after today’s close. Expectations are for +5.76% earnings growth to $1.47 per share in the quarter, on +12.8% revenue growth from a year ago to $15.01 billion. The Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) Oracle is looking for its second-straight earnings beat, following two quarters of slight misses.
Also reporting earnings this afternoon are microchip designer Synopsys SNPS and meme-stock extraordinaire GameStop GME. GameStop is projected to bring in huge +1800% positive earnings growth, while Synopsys expects a mere +12% in earnings growth year over year.
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Small Biz Positive, New Jobs Revisions & Oracle Earnings On Deck

Pre-market futures continue their upward drift this morning, after closing politely higher Monday and setting a new all-time closing high on the tech-heavy Nasdaq. The Dow is up another +37 points at this hour, the S&P 500 is +6 points and the Nasdaq is +45 to 23,851. Only the small-cap Russell 2000 is down a marginal -0.4 points at this hour, though it leads the major indexes over the last five trading days.
We’re not seeing a ton of new data out ahead of the opening bell — certainly nothing like last week’s Jobs Week — but we do look forward to Apple’s AAPL release of the iPhone 17 later today. Expectations there for are an ultra-thin model and some charging/battery upgrades, but not much in the way of AI technology.
Small-Business Optimism Ticks Higher
Early this morning, the NFIB Small Business Optimism Index for August came in half a point higher to 100.8, remaining above the 52-year average of 98.0. Over two-thirds of small business owners find conditions to be either excellent (+14%) or good (+54%), while only 4% think they are poor. Labor Quality was the top problem among small business owners in the survey, with 32% having open jobs they are unable to fill.
FuelCell Energy Beats Estimates in Q3
Small-cap renewable energy server FuelCell Energy FCEL posted big positive surprises in its fiscal Q3 report out this morning, reporting a loss of -95 cents per share for a +40% beat, on revenues of $46.7 million, which amounts to +97% sales growth year over year. Shares are up +2.6% in pre-market trading, though still down -50% year to date.
What to Expect from the Stock Market Today
Aside from the aforementioned Apple news on the updated iPhone, a year’s worth of jobs revisions from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) is expected after today’s open. These adjustments will take into account all BLS employment tallies from April 2024 to March 2025. Analysts anticipate revisions to be in the several hundreds of thousands.
Recall a year ago, only weeks ahead of the 2024 General Election: BLS jobs revisions came in a whopping -818K, adjusting downward the accomplishments of the labor market over the prior year. This year, BLS reports have entered the political realm thanks to President Trump’s suggestion that previous jobs numbers were not “real.” So aside from whatever the BLS finds, expect commentary from the White House today, as well.
We also look forward to fiscal Q1 earnings from Oracle ORCL after today’s close. Expectations are for +5.76% earnings growth to $1.47 per share in the quarter, on +12.8% revenue growth from a year ago to $15.01 billion. The Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) Oracle is looking for its second-straight earnings beat, following two quarters of slight misses.
Also reporting earnings this afternoon are microchip designer Synopsys SNPS and meme-stock extraordinaire GameStop GME. GameStop is projected to bring in huge +1800% positive earnings growth, while Synopsys expects a mere +12% in earnings growth year over year.
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Small Business Index Ticks in Higher

Among the underlying components of the Russell 3000 index, we saw noteworthy options trading volume today in Viasat Inc (Symbol: VSAT), where a total of 108,073 contracts have traded so far, representing approximately 10.8 million underlying shares. That amounts to about 215.6% of VSAT's average daily trading volume over the past month of 5.0 million shares. Particularly high volume was seen for the $35 strike call option expiring January 16, 2026, with 40,489 contracts trading so far today, representing approximately 4.0 million underlying shares of VSAT. Below is a chart showing VSAT's trailing twelve month trading history, with the $35 strike highlighted in orange:
Moderna Inc (Symbol: MRNA) options are showing a volume of 181,497 contracts thus far today. That number of contracts represents approximately 18.1 million underlying shares, working out to a sizeable 201.7% of MRNA's average daily trading volume over the past month, of 9.0 million shares. Especially high volume was seen for the $20 strike put option expiring November 21, 2025, with 16,829 contracts trading so far today, representing approximately 1.7 million underlying shares of MRNA. Below is a chart showing MRNA's trailing twelve month trading history, with the $20 strike highlighted in orange:
And GameStop Corp (Symbol: GME) saw options trading volume of 109,002 contracts, representing approximately 10.9 million underlying shares or approximately 189.2% of GME's average daily trading volume over the past month, of 5.8 million shares. Especially high volume was seen for the $23.50 strike call option expiring August 29, 2025, with 8,957 contracts trading so far today, representing approximately 895,700 underlying shares of GME. Below is a chart showing GME's trailing twelve month trading history, with the $23.50 strike highlighted in orange:
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Notable Wednesday Option Activity: VSAT, MRNA, GME

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GAMESTOP CORP (GME) is a mid-cap growth stock in the Retail (Specialty) industry. The rating using this strategy is 66% based on the firm’s underlying fundamentals and the stock’s valuation. A score of 80% or above typically indicates that the strategy has some interest in the stock and a score above 90% typically indicates strong interest.
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GME Quantitative Stock Analysis

Among the underlying components of the Russell 3000 index, we saw noteworthy options trading volume today in GameStop Corp (Symbol: GME), where a total of 83,619 contracts have traded so far, representing approximately 8.4 million underlying shares. That amounts to about 123.6% of GME's average daily trading volume over the past month of 6.8 million shares. Especially high volume was seen for the $25 strike call option expiring October 17, 2025, with 6,262 contracts trading so far today, representing approximately 626,200 underlying shares of GME. Below is a chart showing GME's trailing twelve month trading history, with the $25 strike highlighted in orange:
Advanced Micro Devices Inc (Symbol: AMD) options are showing a volume of 868,198 contracts thus far today. That number of contracts represents approximately 86.8 million underlying shares, working out to a sizeable 123.5% of AMD's average daily trading volume over the past month, of 70.3 million shares. Particularly high volume was seen for the $175 strike call option expiring August 22, 2025, with 65,875 contracts trading so far today, representing approximately 6.6 million underlying shares of AMD. Below is a chart showing AMD's trailing twelve month trading history, with the $175 strike highlighted in orange:
And CrowdStrike Holdings Inc (Symbol: CRWD) options are showing a volume of 32,426 contracts thus far today. That number of contracts represents approximately 3.2 million underlying shares, working out to a sizeable 122.6% of CRWD's average daily trading volume over the past month, of 2.6 million shares. Particularly high volume was seen for the $440 strike call option expiring August 22, 2025, with 1,848 contracts trading so far today, representing approximately 184,800 underlying shares of CRWD. Below is a chart showing CRWD's trailing twelve month trading history, with the $440 strike highlighted in orange:
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Notable Tuesday Option Activity: GME, AMD, CRWD

Key Points
So far this year, XRP has outperformed both Bitcoin and Ethereum.
Much of its strength is tied to perceived value following a series of favorable regulatory developments for its issuer, Ripple.
While these victories are positive for Ripple, they do not necessarily spell long-term upside for XRP itself.
While 2025 has been rather turbulent for the equity markets, one asset class has defied the panic-driven selling and gloomy macroeconomic outlooks: cryptocurrency.
As of Aug. 15, the "big three" -- Bitcoin, Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH), and XRP (CRYPTO: XRP) -- have all outperformed the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite by a wide margin.
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Perhaps surprisingly, the smallest of the trio, XRP, leads the pack with a gain of 50% so far this year. Ethereum's return of 35% is impressive in its own right, yet momentum and headlines appear to be shifting toward new contenders like XRP.
Below, I'll outline three catalysts that could rekindle investor enthusiasm for Ethereum -- and potentially drive meaningful price appreciation as the digital asset narrative continues to unfold.
1. Don't sleep on stablecoins
XRP is best viewed as a niche-focused vehicle facilitating cross-border transactions. Ethereum, by contrast, underpins a broader ecosystem of decentralized finance (DeFi) protocols -- spanning trading, lending, smart contracts, non-fungible tokens (NFTs), and, notably, stablecoins.
Stablecoins are cryptocurrencies that are pegged to the value of fiat currencies, such as the U.S. dollar. Roughly 50% of stablecoin volume passes through Ethereum's blockchain -- underscoring the network's strong appeal for these emerging financial instruments. Major enterprises including Shopify, Visa, Walmart, PayPal, and Stripe already support or are consider supporting stablecoins as a form of payment.
This growing adoption could make stablecoins a key driver in Ethereum's evolution into a pillar supporting mainstream financial services. Meanwhile, XRP, while useful, lacks the same reach in commercial applications powered by digital assets.
2. The impact of spot ETFs
One of the challenges of investing in cryptocurrency is the complexity of managing a digital wallet or using exchanges like Coinbase.
During the past year, however, the Securities and Exchange Commission has approved several spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs). These products give investors exposure to Bitcoin through trusted custodians such as BlackRock and Cathie Wood's Ark Invest, eliminating the need for the often time-consuming setup and stringent security protocols of buying and storing crypto directly.
The success of spot Bitcoin ETFs has unlocked a new wave of liquidity from both institutional and retail investors -- a dynamic that could be even more powerful for spot Ethereum ETFs.
Ethereum offers a unique combination of capital appreciation potential and income generation through staking to earn interest-like returns -- making these ETFs attractive to both growth investors and those seeking passive income.
3. The evolution of corporate and sovereign treasury strategy
In recent years, several corporations -- most notably Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy) and GameStop -- have added Bitcoin to their balance sheets, supplementing traditional liquidity assets such as cash and short-term investments. Likewise, a number of sovereign nations have begun exploring the idea of strategic Bitcoin reserves as part of their global treasury strategies.
Ethereum could follow a similar trajectory. With its income-generating staking rewards and potential for price appreciation as blockchain technology becomes further integrated into the global financial system, Ethereum stands out as a strong complement to Bitcoin holdings. For corporate chief financial officers and government treasury managers, incorporating Ethereum alongside Bitcoin could improve diversification while capturing the growth potential of DeFi.
Should you buy Ethereum instead of XRP?
Ethereum's role as infrastructure supporting DeFi and its accelerating blockchain adoption make it a more compelling opportunity than its narrowly focused peer XRP. That said, Ethereum still faces stiff competition from rival blockchains such as Solana, Cardano, and Tron.
Given these dynamics, I view Ethereum as offering a stronger balance of utility and upside potential than XRP but also as having ongoing volatility likely to remain in the short to medium term.
For this reason, I think that accumulating Ethereum at varying price points over a long time -- through a disciplined dollar-cost averaging approach -- is the most prudent investment strategy.
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GameStop Corp. GME has experienced a significant decline over the past three months, with its shares plummeting 10.4%, underperforming the Zacks industry's rally of 28.9%. The company also trailed the sector’s growth of 16.8% and the S&P 500's rise of 15.1% during the same period.
GME’s Past 3 Months’ Performance
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The recent decline in the GME stock’s price is led by sharp revenue declines in hardware and software sales in the first quarter of fiscal 2025 amid weakening demand and the shift to digital gaming.
Regional sales contraction, including a significant drop in Europe and exit from Canada, underscores core market weakness and strategic retrenchment. Asset impairments and restructuring costs have weighed on profitability, raising concerns about sustained earnings pressure in a competitive and evolving retail landscape.
GameStop has also underperformed its peers, including Best Buy Co., Inc. BBY, Microsoft Corporation MSFT and Sony Group Corporation SONY.
In the past three months, Best Buy and Microsoft have rallied 3.3% and 30.5%, while Sony has declined 4.1%.
GME’s Performance vs. Peer Performance
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Closing at $24.26 in yesterday’s trading session, the GME stock stands 32.3% below its 52-week high of $35.81 reached on May 28. GameStop is trading below its 50 and 200-day simple moving averages of $26.27 and $26.02, respectively, signaling bearish sentiment in maintaining the recent performance levels.
GME Trades Below 50 & 200-Day Moving Averages
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The recent slide in the stock has contributed to GameStop’s discounted status. This leading video game retailer is currently trading at a compelling discount relative to its industry. The GME stock trades at a forward 12-month price-to-sales (P/S) ratio of 3.31, lower than the industry’s average of 3.75.
GME P/S Ratio (Forward 12 Months)
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GME trades at a premium to Best Buy (with a forward 12-month P/E ratio of 0.35) and Sony (1.80) but at a discount to Microsoft (11.87).
What’s Behind GME’s Dismal Stock Run?
GameStop’s stock has been under pressure following its disappointing first-quarter fiscal 2025 results, with total net sales plunging 16.9% year over year to $732.4 million. The decline was led by sharp drops in hardware and accessories sales, which tumbled 31.7% year over year to $345.3 million, signaling weakening demand for gaming consoles and accessories. Similarly, software sales sank 26.7% to $175.6 million, as customers increasingly opt for downloads and streaming over traditional physical games.
Regional performance further exposed GameStop’s weaknesses, with contraction in virtually all key markets. U.S. revenues, which account for the majority of the company's total revenues, declined 12.9% to $537.5 million, led by changing consumer behavior and a tough retail environment. In Canada, sales slid 10.3% to $38.2 million, and the company subsequently exited the market entirely. European operations fared even worse, plunging 47.4% to $74.8 million, as restructuring initiatives there took their toll.
Despite aggressive cost-cutting, GameStop’s operations remain unprofitable at the core level, with an operating loss of $10.8 million for the fiscal first quarter. Store-related costs continue to weigh heavily on the business, and the company’s fixed-cost structure leaves little room to adjust to the sharp declines in revenue and changing consumer trends.
Overall, steep category declines, regional market exits, and persistent operating losses paint a troubling picture of the company. As GameStop pulls back from key geographies and faces structural headwinds in physical gaming retail, questions about its ability to sustain relevance and profitability in an increasingly digital industry remain unresolved.
GME’s Strategy to Navigate Market Shifts
GameStop is in the midst of a strategic transformation, evolving from a traditional video game retailer into a technology-driven company that connects customers to games, entertainment, and a diverse assortment of lifestyle products. The company has been steadily strengthening its infrastructure and technology capabilities, aligning its operations with shifting consumer preferences and the growing digitization of both gaming and retail.
One of the standout achievements in the fiscal first quarter of 2025 was the remarkable growth of GameStop’s collectibles business. Collectibles revenues jumped 54.6% year over year to $211.5 million in fiscal first quarter, now representing 28.9% of total sales compared with 15.5% a year ago. This expansion reflects the company’s effective merchandising strategy and ability to tap into pop culture and lifestyle trends, attracting a broader, more engaged customer base beyond its core gaming audience.
Cost efficiency has also been a major focus for the company. In the fiscal first quarter, GameStop reduced its adjusted selling, general and administrative (SG&A) expenses by nearly 25%, bringing them down to $225.3 million from $299.5 million a year earlier. As a percentage of net sales, adjusted SG&A declined by 320 basis points to 30.8%, underscoring the company’s disciplined approach to streamlining operations.
The above-mentioned improvements contributed to a 3.4% increase in gross profit, which rose to $252.8 million, and a substantial 680-basis-point expansion in the gross margin, which reached 34.5%. Together, these gains demonstrate GameStop’s ability to optimize its cost structure while maintaining operational effectiveness.
The impacts of these efforts were clearly visible in the company’s bottom-line performance. Adjusted net income rose to $83.1 million from an adjusted loss of $36.7 million, while adjusted EBITDA improved to $38.6 million and adjusted operating income reached $27.5 million. These results reflect the success of GameStop’s restructuring initiatives and its progress toward sustainable profitability.
In addition to operational improvements, the company has significantly strengthened its financial position. At the end of the quarter, GameStop held more than $6.4 billion in cash, cash equivalents, and marketable securities, up from $1 billion a year earlier, supported by a strong free cash flow of $189.6 million and more efficient inventory management.
The company also made a bold move into digital assets with the acquisition of 4,710 Bitcoin shortly after the quarter-end, signaling its willingness to embrace emerging technologies and appeal to a digitally native customer base. With its solid liquidity, disciplined operations and strategic investments in new growth areas, GameStop is laying the groundwork to thrive in an evolving market and deliver long-term value to shareholders.
GME’s Earnings Estimates
Over the past 60 days, the Zacks Consensus Estimate for the current fiscal year has been raised by 28 cents to 75 cents a share. For the next fiscal year, the consensus estimate has moved down by 11 cents to 36 cents.
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How to Play GME Stock: Buy, Hold or Sell?
GameStop’s ongoing transformation efforts and cost discipline offer some encouraging signs, but they remain overshadowed by deep structural challenges and declining core revenues. The company’s retreat from key international markets, coupled with softness in its traditional business, points to a narrowing growth path.
While the surge in collectibles and a strong cash position provide near-term support, they may not be enough to offset long-term industry pressures. Given the uncertain trajectory and heightened volatility, investors who already hold GME should consider maintaining a neutral stance, while potential buyers may be better off waiting for stronger evidence of a sustainable recovery.
GME currently has a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 (Strong Buy) Rank stocks here.
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GameStop Stock Falls 10% in 3 Months: Time to Buy, Hold or Sell?

GameStop Corp. GME delivered mixed regional results in the first quarter of fiscal 2025, as strength in the United States was overshadowed by continued weakness in international markets. Total net sales fell 16.9% year over year to $732.4 million from $881.8 million, reflecting the company’s ongoing restructuring efforts and challenges abroad.
The U.S. business remained the company’s cornerstone, posting net sales of $537.5 million, down 12.9% from the prior year. Despite lower sales, cost reductions and improved efficiency drove a turnaround to $33.6 million in operating income from a $25.3-million loss a year earlier. This marked improvement highlights the domestic market’s importance, with the United States now accounting for 73.4% of total sales.
International operations, however, continued to drag the overall performance. In Canada, net sales declined 10.3% year over year to $38.2 million, and the operating loss deepened to $22.2 million due to $18.3 million in impairment charges tied to the company’s exit from the market, which was completed after the quarter ended.
Europe faced even greater pressure, with sales plunging 47.4% to $74.8 million and losses widening to $16.8 million, weighed down by $17.2 million in impairment costs and falling demand. Australia showed modest improvement, as sales rose 2.9% to $81.9 million while operating losses narrowed slightly to $5.4 million.
These results underscore the urgent need for GameStop to focus on profitable markets and exit or restructure underperforming ones. The U.S. turnaround offers a foundation, but remaining international losses highlight the importance of decisive action to sustain its recovery and adapt to changing market dynamics.
GME’s Price Performance, Valuation & Estimates
Shares of GameStop have lost 10.8% in the past three months against the industry’s growth of 30.7%.
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GME has underperformed its competitors, including Best Buy Co., Inc. BBY and Microsoft Corporation MSFT. Shares of Best Buy have declined 4.3%, while Microsoft shares have risen 36.2% over the same period.
From a valuation standpoint, GME trades at a forward price-to-sales ratio of 3.30X, slightly below the industry’s average of 3.74X. It has a Value Score of D. GameStop is trading at a premium to Best Buy (with a forward 12-month P/S ratio of 0.34X) and at a discount to Microsoft (11.99X).
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The Zacks Consensus Estimate for GameStop’s fiscal 2025 earnings implies a year-over-year upsurge of 127.3% and the same for fiscal 2026 indicates a decline of 52%. Estimates for fiscal 2025 and 2026 have been upbound 28 cents and southbound 11 cents, respectively, in the past 60 days.
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GME currently carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
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