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.

GameStop looks like a company with very strong liquidity and noticeably improved profitability, but the market is already pricing in part of this recovery in its valuation. A cash position of 8.37 billion and extremely high current and quick ratios indicate a comfortable cushion, which lowers the risk of short-term financial stress. At the same time, long-term debt of 4.17 billion remains significant and has increased compared with last year’s base, so the balance sheet cannot be called risk-free. The return-on-capital picture is mixed: ROA and operating margin look better than the industry and have improved noticeably over the years, but ROE, ROI, and return on tangible equity still do not look convincing given the high volatility of the business. Net income and operating income are positive, and EBITDA and operating margin have improved in recent periods, which supports the valuation. However, revenue remains relatively small and unstable, while gross margin is below the industry median, limiting the quality of growth. The P/E multiple is below the industry median, and P/B also looks moderate, suggesting some undervaluation on earnings and balance sheet metrics. At the same time, P/S and P/FCF are above industry benchmarks, so the stock does not look cheap based on revenue and free cash flow. The absence of dividends removes the income factor for investors and makes the story entirely dependent on re-rating and operational improvement. Overall, the fundamentals have become significantly stronger than in the weak periods of previous years, but some of the improvement is already reflected in the price, and the debt burden and less-than-ideal margins limit upside potential. For a 1-year horizon, this is more of a moderately positive than an aggressively bullish picture, so the target forecast should be slightly lowered to account for re-rating in certain multiples and a conservative approach to risk.

GameStop Corporation

Сильный индекс, значительно вырос. Быки резко укрепили уверенность в своих позициях.

Strong index, significantly up. Bulls sharply strengthened confidence in their positions.

Сильный индекс, без изменений. Рынок на стороне быков.

Strong index, flat. The market is on the bulls' side.

Сильный индекс, значительно упал. Отток средств из лонгов резко увеличился и находится на высоком уровне.

Strong index, significantly down. The outflow of funds from longs has increased sharply and is at a high level.

GME has strong liquidity and improving profitability, but high debt, gross margin below the industry, and expensive P/S and P/FCF ratios limit its revaluation potential.

Key Points
The discretionary purchase on September 10, 2026, involved a capital commitment of ~$20.4 million.
The transaction size represented 3% of the total equity stake held by the executive prior to the filing.
The acquisition consisted of direct ownership, increasing the CEO's total direct position to ~39.3 million shares.
This open-market purchase followed a -16% one-year total return for the stock as of the September 10, 2026 transaction date.
Ryan Cohen, thre billionaire President, CEO and Chairman of GameStop Corp (NYSE:GME), reported a purchase of 1.0 million shares of the business in a SEC Form 4 filing.
Transaction summary
Transaction value
$20.4 million
Shares purchased
1,000,000
Post-transaction shares (directly held)
39,347,842
Post-transaction value
$802.3 million
Transaction value based on SEC Form 4 weighted average purchase price ($20.38); post-transaction value based on Sept. 10, 2026 market close ($20.39).
Key questions
What were the execution details regarding the pricing of this purchase?
The shares were acquired in multiple transactions at prices ranging from $20.0199 to $20.4699 per share, resulting in a weighted average cost of $20.38 for the entire block.
How does this move impact the executive's total equity exposure?
The addition of 1,000,000 shares brought Ryan Cohen's total direct holdings to 39,347,842 shares, up from 38,347,842 shares held before the transaction.
What is the current level of insider ownership at the company?
Following this transaction, total insider ownership of the firm stands at 9%, with the CEO remaining a primary holder of the outstanding equity.
How does the current market price compare to the executive's purchase price?
As of the Sept. 10, 2026 market close, shares were priced at $20.39, representing a level slightly above the $20.38 weighted average acquisition price reported in the filing.
Company Overview
Share Price (as of market close 2026-09-10)
$20.39
Market Capitalization
$8.9 billion
Revenue (TTM)
$3.6 billion
Net Income (TTM)
$893.3 million
Company Snapshot
GameStop Corp. operates as a specialty retailer offering new and pre-owned video game consoles, gaming software, and accessories including controllers, headsets, virtual reality equipment, and memory cards through both physical store locations and online platforms across the United States, Canada, Australia, and Europe.
The company generates revenue through the sale of gaming hardware, software, and related accessories across multiple channels, leveraging both its retail store network and digital commerce capabilities to reach gaming enthusiasts and casual consumers.
GameStop serves a diverse customer base ranging from hardcore gaming enthusiasts to casual consumers seeking entertainment products, with particular strength in the North American market where the majority of its store footprint and customer base are concentrated.
GameStop Corp. operates as a significant specialty retailer in the consumer cyclical sector with a market capitalization of $8.9 billion and trailing twelve month (TTM) revenue of $3.6 billion. The company maintains a diversified omnichannel distribution strategy, combining approximately 4,000 employees across physical retail locations and digital platforms to capture market share in the competitive gaming and entertainment products sector. GameStop's competitive positioning centers on its extensive product selection, established brand recognition, and integrated retail-digital infrastructure serving gaming consumers across multiple geographies.
What this transaction means for investors
After forming and selling pet products platform Chewy Inc (NYSE:CHWY) Cohen joined the board of GameStop in 2021 and took over running the business in 2023. He turned GameStop around to the extent it became the poster child for the meme stock frenzy earlier this decade. Cohen knows the business inside and out.
That he is buying is a bullish signal. Why? Consider the dynamics of insider buying and selling. There are many reasons an insider may sell shares, some of which have no reflection on their belief in the stock's direction, like having to pay a large personal expense or diversifying their holdings.
Then consider that there is only one reason an insider buys shares: they believe the stock price will rise.
By that rule of thumb alone, Cohen's purchase GameStop shares is a bullish signal. That signal is further bolstered by studies showing that, more often than not, an insider purchase predicts a higher share price 30 days later.
The business is doing well: net income jumped 77% in the second quarter recently reported, with a large jump in overall revenue too. The company's move in recent years to emphasize trading cards and collectibles in addition to its video game business is paying off. It is also likely a reason why its unsolicited bid for eBay (NASDAQ:EBAY) wasn't out of left field.
Cohen's sizable purchase is a sign the executive continues to believe he has what it takes to keep GameStop a retail success story under his leadership. Insider buying like that probably shouldn’t be the only piece of data investors should rely on when making an investment decision, but it’s a good piece of information to fold into your investment thesis.
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GameStop Billionaire Ryan Cohen Buys 1 Million Shares for $20 Million. What This Large Purchase Means for GME

Key Points
The insider acquired 5,000 shares at $20.00 per share, representing a total capital commitment of $100,000.
Following the purchase, the insider's total equity holdings consist of 601,464 shares held entirely through direct ownership.
The discretionary buy increases the insider's total position to a value of $12.26 million based on the September 10, 2026 market close.
Alain Attal, a Director of GameStop Corp. (NYSE:GME), executed a direct purchase of 5,000 shares of Class A Common Stock on September 10, 2026, according to a recent SEC Form 4 filing.
Transaction summary
Shares purchased
5,000
Transaction value
$100,000
Post-transaction shares (directly held)
601,464
Post-transaction value
$12.26 million
Transaction value based on SEC Form 4 weighted average purchase price ($20.00); post-transaction value based on Sept. 10, 2026 market close ($20.39).
Key questions
How does this purchase affect the insider's total equity position?
The transaction expanded the insider's direct holdings by 0.84%, bringing the total position to 601,464 shares and increasing their net exposure to the company's equity.
What was the market context on the day of the transaction?
The purchase was executed at $20.00 per share on September 10, 2026, a day when the stock closed at $20.39 and the one-year total return stood at negative 16%.
Are there any indirect holdings or derivative considerations?
The filing indicates that all 601,464 shares are held directly by the insider, with no reported indirect holdings through trusts or other entities, and no derivative securities were involved in this specific transaction.
Company Overview
Share Price (as of market close 2026-09-10)
$20.39
Market Capitalization
$8.9 billion
Revenue (TTM)
$3.6 billion
Net Income (TTM)
$893.3 million
Company Snapshot
GameStop Corp. operates as a specialty retailer offering new and pre-owned video game consoles, gaming software, and accessories including controllers, headsets, virtual reality equipment, and memory cards through both physical store locations and online platforms across the United States, Canada, Australia, and Europe.
The company generates revenue through the sale of gaming hardware, software, and related accessories across multiple channels, leveraging both its retail store network and digital commerce capabilities to reach gaming enthusiasts and casual consumers.
GameStop serves a diverse customer base ranging from hardcore gaming enthusiasts to casual consumers seeking entertainment products, with particular strength in the North American market where the majority of its store footprint and customer base are concentrated.
GameStop Corp. operates as a significant specialty retailer in the consumer cyclical sector with a market capitalization of $8.9 billion and trailing twelve month (TTM) revenue of $3.6 billion. The company maintains a diversified omnichannel distribution strategy, combining approximately 4,000 employees across physical retail locations and digital platforms to capture market share in the competitive gaming and entertainment products sector. GameStop's competitive positioning centers on its extensive product selection, established brand recognition, and integrated retail-digital infrastructure serving gaming consumers across multiple geographies.
What this transaction means for investors
Attal has been an independent director of GameStop since January 2021. He has seen the stock pop during the meme stock heyday and find its legs through the company's unsolicited bid for eBay Inc (NASDAQ:EBAY) earlier this year. That he is buying is a bullish signal.
Why? Consider the dynamics of insider buying and selling. There are many reasons an insider may sell shares, some of which have no reflection on their belief in the stock's direction, like having to pay a large personal expense or diversifying their holdings.
Then consider that there is only one reason an insider buys shares: they believe the stock price will rise.
By that rule of thumb alone, Attal's purchase GameStop shares is a bullish signal. That signal is further bolstered by studies showing that, more often than not, an insider purchase predicts a higher share price 30 days later.
The business is doing well: net income jumped 77% in the second quarter recently reported, with a large jump in overall revenue too. The company's move in recent years to emphasize trading cards and collectibles in addition to its video game business is paying off. It is also likely a reason why its unsolicited bid for eBay wasn't out of left field.
Attal's purchase doesn't mean there is eye-popping news on the horizon (though there could be), but it's a signal that he believes GameStop will continue to have business momentum. It's also worth noting he is not the only insider buying GameStop shares of late.
These are positive signs for investors looking for an added data point for the GameStop investing strategy.
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GameStop Director Alain Attal Buys 5,000 Shares for $100,000. Does This Predict Good Times Ahead for GME?

Key Points
10,255 shares were acquired for an estimated ~$196,000 on September 9, 2026.
The purchase represents a transaction size equal to 35% of the total stake held before the filing.
This capital commitment follows a -16% one-year return as of the September 9, 2026 transaction date.
Director James Grube purchased 10,255 shares of GameStop Corp. (NYSE:GME) on September 9, 2026. SEC Form 4 filing.
Transaction summary
Transaction value
~$196,076
Shares purchased
10,255
Post-transaction shares (directly held)
39,694
Post-transaction value
$789,513.66
Transaction value based on SEC Form 4 weighted average purchase price ($19.12); post-transaction value based on Sept. 9, 2026 market close ($19.89).
Key questions
How does this acquisition impact the total equity position?
The purchase of 10,255 shares represents a transaction size equal to 35% of the position held prior to this filing. Following the acquisition, the director's total direct interest increased to 39,694 shares.
How does the acquisition price align with the market valuation?
The shares were purchased at a weighted average price of $19.12 per share, while the stock closed at $19.89 on September 9, 2026. Based on this market close, the director's direct position is valued at $789,513.66.
What is the director's current ownership of the firm?
The director holds a beneficial interest of less than one one-hundreth of a percent of the company. These holdings consist of Class A Common Stock held entirely through direct ownership, with no reported indirect interests or derivative securities in this filing.
Company Overview
Share Price (as of market close 2026-09-09)
$19.89
Market Capitalization
$8.8 billion
Revenue (TTM)
$3.6 billion
Net Income (TTM)
$893.3 million
Company Snapshot
GameStop Corp. operates as a specialty retailer offering new and pre-owned video game consoles, gaming software, and accessories, including controllers, headsets, virtual reality equipment, and memory cards, through both physical store locations and online platforms across the United States, Canada, Australia, and Europe.
The company generates revenue through retail sales of gaming hardware, software, and accessories, leveraging its omnichannel distribution model that combines e-commerce capabilities with a network of physical retail locations to serve gaming enthusiasts and casual consumers.
GameStop's primary customer base consists of video game enthusiasts, console gamers, and entertainment consumers seeking both new releases and pre-owned gaming products, with a focus on the North American and international markets.
GameStop Corp. operates as a prominent specialty retailer in the consumer cyclical sector with a market capitalization of $8.8 billion and trailing twelve month (TTM) revenue of $3.6 billion. The company maintains a diversified product portfolio spanning gaming hardware, software, and accessories, supported by approximately 4,000 employees and a geographically diversified store footprint. GameStop's competitive positioning is anchored in its extensive retail network, pre-owned product offerings, and omnichannel capabilities that integrate physical and digital sales channels to serve the global gaming market.
What this transaction means for investors
Grube has been an independent director of GameStop since 2021. He has seen the stock pop during the meme stock heyday and find its legs through the company's unsolicited bid for eBay Inc (NASDAQ:EBAY) earlier this year. That he is buying is a bullish signal.
Why? Consider the dynamics of insider buying and selling. There are many reasons an insider may sell shares, some of which have no reflection on their belief in the stock's direction, like having to pay a large personal expense or diversifying their holdings.
Then consider that there is only one reason an insider buys shares: they believe the stock price will rise.
By that rule of thumb alone, Grube's purchase GameStop shares is a bullish signal. That signal is further bolstered by studies showing that, more often than not, an insider purchase predicts a higher share price 30 days later.
The business is doing well: net income jumped 77% in the second quarter recently reported, with a large jump in overall revenue too. The company's move in recent years to emphasize trading cards and collectibles in addition to its video game business is paying off. It is also likely a reason why its unsolicited bid for eBay wasn't out of left field.
Grube's purchase doesn't mean the eBay deal is alive again (though it could be!), but it's a signal that he believes GameStop will continue to have business momentum.
Should you buy stock in GameStop right now?
Before you buy stock in GameStop, consider this:
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GameStop Director James Grube Buys 10,255 Shares for $196,000. Is This a Sign Shares Will Pop Again?

As the saying goes, there are many possible reasons for an insider to sell a stock, but only one reason to buy -- they expect to make money. So let's look at two noteworthy recent insider buys.
On Tuesday, GameStop's Director, Lawrence Cheng, made a $1.03M buy of GME, purchasing 55,000 shares at a cost of $18.80 each. Cheng was up about 7.6% on the buy at the high point of today's trading session, with GME trading as high as $20.23 at last check today. GameStop is trading up about 4.9% on the day Wednesday. Before this latest buy, Cheng made one other buy in the past twelve months, purchasing $114,368 shares for a cost of $22.87 a piece.
And on Friday, CEO Jeffrey K. Schomburger bought $1.00M worth of Tyson Foods, buying 19,450 shares at a cost of $51.50 each. Tyson Foods is trading off about 0.8% on the day Wednesday. Schomburger was up about 3.0% on the purchase at the high point of today's trading session, with TSN trading as high as $53.05 in trading on Wednesday.

Wednesday 9/9 Insider Buying Report: GME, TSN

Key Points
The open-market acquisition of 55,000 shares was valued at ~$1.0 million based on a weighted average price of $18.80 per share.
The purchase represents a transaction size equal to 62% of the total equity holdings held before the transaction.
The shares were acquired indirectly through Cheng Capital LLC, increasing total indirect holdings to 143,000 shares.
This capital allocation follows a -19% one-year total return for the stock as of the September 8, 2026 transaction date.
Board of Directors member Lawrence Cheng reported a purchase of 55,000 shares of GameStop Corp. (NYSE:GME) in an SEC Form 4 filing dated September 8, 2026.
Transaction summary
Transaction value
$1.0 million
Post-transaction shares (indirectly held)
143,000
Post-transaction value
$2.70 million
Transaction value based on SEC Form 4 weighted average purchase price ($18.80); post-transaction value based on September 08, 2026 market close ($18.89).
Key questions
What does the 62% trade size relative to prior holdings suggest?
The transaction substantially expands the director's exposure through Cheng Capital LLC, moving the total position from 88,000 shares to 143,000 shares. This represents a concentrated increase in equity risk by the reporting owner.
How does the transaction price compare to recent market levels?
Lawrence Cheng executed the purchase at $18.80 per share, slightly below the $18.89 market close on the same day. As of the September 8, 2026 market close, the stock was priced at $19.37.
What is the nature of the insider's equity position?
The entirety of the reported position is held indirectly through Cheng Capital LLC. After the transaction, the insider's ownership percentage of the specialty retailer is 0.0319%.
Does the filing include any derivative activity?
The filing was restricted to the acquisition of Class A Common Stock. There was no reporting of stock options, restricted stock units, or other derivative instruments in this specific transaction.
Company Overview
Share Price (as of market close 2026-09-08)
$19.37
Market Capitalization
$8.7 billion
Revenue (TTM)
$3.6 billion
Net Income (TTM)
$893.3 million
Company Snapshot
GameStop Corp. operates as a specialty retailer offering new and pre-owned video game consoles, gaming software, accessories including controllers and headsets, virtual reality equipment, as well as collectibles and other entertainment products across physical stores and online platforms in the United States, Canada, Australia, and Europe.
The company generates revenue through the sale of collectibles, gaming hardware, software, and accessories across its omnichannel retail network, leveraging both e-commerce capabilities and brick-and-mortar locations to serve collectors, gaming enthusiasts and casual consumers.
GameStop's primary customer base consists of hobbyists and collectors, video game enthusiasts, console gamers, and entertainment consumers seeking both new releases and pre-owned products, with a focus on the mass-market collectibles and gaming demographic across developed markets.
GameStop Corp. operates as a prominent specialty retailer in the consumer cyclical sector with a market cap of $8.7 billion. The company maintains a diversified product portfolio spanning collectibles, gaming hardware, software, and accessories, positioning itself as a destination retailer for specialty and entertainment products across multiple geographic markets.
With trailing 12-month revenue of $3.6 billion, GameStop demonstrates substantial scale within the specialty retail segment, though the company has experienced a one-year share price decline of 18.65% reflecting broader market dynamics in the retail sector.
What this transaction means for investors
The Sept. 8 purchase of GameStop shares by Board of Directors member Lawrence Cheng signals his strong confidence in the stock, considering he increased his stake by a whopping 62%. He bought on the same day the company announced earnings results for its fiscal second quarter ended Aug. 1.
GameStop stock dropped on Sept. 8, and Cheng scooped up 55,000 shares for $18.80 per share. That's near the stock's 52-week low of $17.79 reached in August.
GameStop shares are down because the company reported fiscal Q2 sales of $790.2 million, a steep decline from the prior year's $972.2 million. Revenue fell due to store closures and the divestiture of its operations in France.
Perhaps Cheng's bullish outlook is because the company's shift toward a collectibles business is succeeding. GameStop's Q2 collectibles revenue reached $356.3 million compared to $227.6 million in the previous year.
The company also raised its full-year outlook. Moreover, news reports suggest GameStop's attempt to acquire eBay has transitioned towards a potential partnership instead, with the e-commerce giant possibly using GameStop's physical stores as a new channel to sell products.
Should you buy stock in GameStop right now?
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A GameStop Insider Buys Company Shares Worth $1 Million on the Day the Retailer Reported Earnings

(RTTNews) - GameStop Corp. (GME) announced earnings for its second quarter that Increases, from last year
The company's earnings totaled $298.7 million, or $0.51 per share. This compares with $168.6 million, or $0.31 per share, last year.
Excluding items, GameStop Corp. reported adjusted earnings of $161.1 million or $0.27 per share for the period.
The company's revenue for the period fell 18.7% to $790.2 million from $972.2 million last year.
GameStop Corp. earnings at a glance (GAAP) :
-Earnings: $298.7 Mln. vs. $168.6 Mln. last year. -EPS: $0.51 vs. $0.31 last year. -Revenue: $790.2 Mln vs. $972.2 Mln last year.
For the second quarter, the company posted net sales of $790.2 million, less than $972.2 million in the prior year's second quarter. The decrease primarily reflects the prior-year launch of Nintendo Switch 2, planned store closures, and the divestiture of the company's France operations.
Looking ahead, for the full year, GameStop now expects adjusted EBITDA of over $650 million, compared with the earlier guidance of over $600 million.
GME was up by 1.46% at $19.45 in the pre-market trade on the New York Stock Exchange.

GameStop Corp. Q2 Profit Climbs

(RTTNews) - GameStop Corp. (GME), a video game retailer, on Monday said it expects second-quarter net income of $290 million to $310 million, compared with $168.6 million a year earlier, helped by gains related to its eBay investment and derivative asset.
Net income includes approximately $238 million of net gains related to the eBay derivative asset and equity investment, partly offset by an approximately $75 million loss on digital assets and related receivables.
Operating income is expected to rise to $150 million to $170 million from $66.4 million a year earlier. Net sales are expected to decline to $780 million to $800 million from $972.2 million, primarily due to the prior-year launch of Nintendo Switch 2, planned store closures and the divestiture of GameStop's France operations.
The company's shares were down about 1% in pre-market trading after closing at $17.87 on Friday.

GameStop Sees Q2 Profit Increase, But Decreased Sales

Key Points
More investors and financial institutions are tokenizing real-world assets.
That trend will continue even as the crypto market stays chilly.
Most of the world's top cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) and Ethereum (CRYPTO: ETH), have struggled over the past year as inflation, fears of interest rate hikes, and other macro challenges drove investors toward more conservative investments. Bitcoin, which set a record high of over $126,000 last October, now trades at around $64,000. Ethereum, which reached an all-time high of nearly $5,000 last August, has dropped below $1,900.
That "crypto winter" will likely persist until those headwinds dissipate. However, there's one sector of the crypto market that continues to grow as conventional tokens fizzle out. According to CoinShares, deposits of real-world assets (RWAs) on blockchains more than tripled year over year to $7.4 billion in the second quarter of 2026. Let's see why that niche market is expanding, and how investors can profit from its future growth.
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What are Tokenized RWAs?
Tokenized RWAs are physical or traditional financial assets -- including stocks, bonds, commodities, real estate, and even fine art -- that are digitized into tokens on a blockchain. That tokenization makes those assets easier to transfer and cuts out the middlemen.
Tokenized stocks and bonds can be traded 24/7 at faster speeds and lower fees than traditional brokerages and banks. Tokenized commodities, such as gold and silver, can be traded easily, with instant liquidity and no physical storage issues. Tokenized real estate and art can be sold much faster, with ownership easily split into fractional shares among multiple buyers. Stablecoins, which are pegged to stable fiat currencies like the U.S. dollar or the euro, can be traded faster and more cheaply while earning higher yields than their conventional counterparts.
Unlike Bitcoin and Ethereum, which are digital-native cryptocurrencies, tokenized RWAs are primarily used to digitize off-chain wealth. That's why asset managers like BlackRock (NYSE: BLK), major banks like JPMorgan Chase (NYSE: JPM), card payment networks like Mastercard (NYSE: MA), and online brokerages like Robinhood (NASDAQ: HOOD) are all upgrading their financial rails to support tokenized assets.
What does that shift mean for the crypto market?
CoinShares CEO Jean-Marie Mognetti believes the divergence between cryptocurrencies and tokenized RWAs is "being driven by financial utility, not by market cycles." In other words, tokenized RWAs are supported by practical use cases rather than the broader crypto market.
According to CoinShares, tokenized Treasuries, stablecoins, and gold have driven most of the RWA market's growth spurt over the past year. Those are all safe-haven assets rather than speculative ones, so that shift probably won't generate meaningful tailwinds for Bitcoin, Ether, and other conventional cryptocurrencies unless the broader crypto market warms up again.
However, Robinhood's tokenized stock trades have also accelerated rapidly since the brokerage launched its own blockchain, Robinhood Chain, at the beginning of July. By the end of July, its top tokenized stocks were GameStop, Nvidia, and SpaceX, which had a combined trading volume of $47 million. That's a tiny amount compared to the hundreds of billions of dollars in daily stock trading volume in the U.S. market. Still, it indicates that retail investors are becoming increasingly aware of tokenized stocks.
Can investors profit from the rise of tokenized RWAs?
There are a few simple ways to profit from the rise of tokenized RWAs. You can invest in stablecoin issuers, such as Circle, which will profit from the growing usage of stablecoins to earn yield and facilitate financial transactions. You can invest in tokenized commodities, like PAX Gold, instead of their physical assets or ETFs.
You can also invest in financial companies -- such as BlackRock, JPMorgan, Mastercard, and Robinhood -- that are expanding into the nascent market. By tokenizing more RWAs for their clients, they're shrwedly future-proofing their businesses and widening their moats against slower-moving competitors.
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What Crypto Market Slowdown? This Sector of the Crypto Market Has Tripled In Value Since 2025.

Among the underlying components of the Russell 3000 index, we saw noteworthy options trading volume today in Strategy Inc (Symbol: MSTR), where a total of 235,340 contracts have traded so far, representing approximately 23.5 million underlying shares. That amounts to about 151% of MSTR's average daily trading volume over the past month of 15.6 million shares. Especially high volume was seen for the $95 strike call option expiring August 21, 2026, with 44,713 contracts trading so far today, representing approximately 4.5 million underlying shares of MSTR. Below is a chart showing MSTR's trailing twelve month trading history, with the $95 strike highlighted in orange:
GameStop Corp (Symbol: GME) saw options trading volume of 72,570 contracts, representing approximately 7.3 million underlying shares or approximately 116.4% of GME's average daily trading volume over the past month, of 6.2 million shares. Especially high volume was seen for the $20 strike call option expiring August 14, 2026, with 3,018 contracts trading so far today, representing approximately 301,800 underlying shares of GME. Below is a chart showing GME's trailing twelve month trading history, with the $20 strike highlighted in orange:
And DaVita Inc (Symbol: DVA) options are showing a volume of 10,782 contracts thus far today. That number of contracts represents approximately 1.1 million underlying shares, working out to a sizeable 109.4% of DVA's average daily trading volume over the past month, of 985,190 shares. Especially high volume was seen for the $200 strike call option expiring August 21, 2026, with 2,362 contracts trading so far today, representing approximately 236,200 underlying shares of DVA. Below is a chart showing DVA's trailing twelve month trading history, with the $200 strike highlighted in orange:
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Noteworthy Tuesday Option Activity: MSTR, GME, DVA

(RTTNews) - GameStop Corp. (GME) CEO Ryan Cohen is considering withdrawing the videogame retailer's $56 billion unsolicited bid for eBay Inc. (EBAY) and may instead pursue a partnership or joint venture with the e-commerce company, Bloomberg News reported Monday, citing people familiar with the matter.
Under a potential partnership, eBay could leverage GameStop's roughly 1,600 U.S. retail locations, helping both companies expand their presence in higher-margin categories such as trading cards and collectibles, according to the report. GameStop would also seek seats on eBay's board as part of any agreement.
No final decision has been made, and Cohen could still consider other options, the report said.
eBay rejected GameStop's takeover proposal in May, calling the offer "neither credible nor attractive." The bid had drawn skepticism from investors and analysts, who questioned GameStop's ability to finance a transaction involving a company nearly six times larger by market value.
GME is currently trading at $19.12, down $0.05 or 0.23%, on the Nasdaq.
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