Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. develops, publishes, and markets interactive entertainment solutions for consumers worldwide. It develops and publishes action/adventure products under the Grand Theft Auto, LA Noire, Max Payne, Midnight Club, and Red Dead Redemption names, as well as other franchises. The company also publishes various entertainment properties across various platforms and a range of genres, such as shooter, action, role-playing, strategy, sports, and family/casual entertainment under the BioShock, Mafia, Sid Meier's Civilization, XCOM series, Borderlands, and Tiny Tina's Wonderland names. In addition, it publishes sports simulation titles comprising NBA 2K series, a basketball video game; the WWE 2K professional wrestling series; mobile titles, including WWE SuperCard; and PGA TOUR 2K. Further, the company offers Kerbal Space Program and OlliOlli World; free-to-play mobile games, such as CSR Racing, Dragon City, Empires & Puzzles, FarmVille, Golf Rival, Harry Potter: Puzzles & Spells, Match Factory!, Merge Dragons!, Merge Magic!, Monster Legends, Toon Blast, Top Eleven, Top Troops, Toy Blast, Two Dots, Words With Friends, and Zynga Poker; and hyper-casual mobile titles, including Fill the Fridge!, Parking Jam 3D, Power Slap, Pull the Pin, Twisted Tangle, and Tangled Snakes. Its products are designed for console gaming systems; personal computers; and mobiles comprising smartphones and tablets. The company provides its products through physical retail, digital download, online platforms, and cloud streaming services. Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. was incorporated in 1993 and is based in New York, New York.

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Looking today at week-over-week shares outstanding changes among the universe of ETFs covered at ETF Channel, one standout is the The Communication Services Select Sector SPDR Fund (Symbol: XLC) where we have detected an approximate $1.1 billion dollar outflow -- that's a 4.3% decrease week over week (from 236,800,000 to 226,650,000). Among the largest underlying components of XLC, in trading today Electronic Arts, Inc. (Symbol: EA) is up about 0.3%, Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (Symbol: TTWO) is up about 0.3%, and Comcast Corp (Symbol: CMCSA) is higher by about 2%. For a complete list of holdings, visit the XLC Holdings page » The chart below shows the one year price performance of XLC, versus its 200 day moving average:
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Key Points
Several indicators suggest that the release of Grand Theft Auto VI will be a blockbuster.
The video game publisher is already seeing success, as fiscal first-quarter revenue rose 12% year over year.
Take-Two raised its revenue outlook for the fiscal year, but its business isn't profitable.
Video game publisher Take-Two Interactive Software (NASDAQ: TTWO) is approaching arguably the biggest release in its history with Grand Theft Auto (GTA) VI. The company announced a launch date of May 26, 2026 for the title.
Take-Two reportedly spent over $1 billion to create the game. While that's a substantial sum, the previous entry in the franchise, GTA V, has pulled in around $10 billion in sales since its debut in 2013.
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With the arrival of GTA VI on the horizon, is now the time to buy Take-Two shares? To address this question, here's a deeper look into the company.
Take-Two's game looks like a winner
The success of the Grand Theft Auto series is critical to Take-Two. Upon GTA V's launch, the franchise accounted for nearly 70% of the company's sales in its 2014 fiscal year.
More than a decade later, GTA products still represented 15% of revenue in Take-Two's fiscal first quarter, ended June 30. The company produced $1.5 billion in Q1 sales, a 12% year-over-year increase.
Indications already suggest that GTA VI will be a hit. Fan anticipation for the game is high. Its second trailer, released in May, is the biggest video launch of all time, according to Take-Two, with 475 million views in the first day. For comparison, 2024's Deadpool & Wolverine movie trailer reached 365 million views in the first 24 hours, which made it the most-watched film trailer in history at the time.
In addition, GTA V remains among the top three best-selling video games of all time, accounting for over 215 million units sold. The entire GTA franchise has achieved sales of 455 million units. In contrast, Minecraft has sold around 300 million units.
Take-Two's strengthening financials
The company has additional irons in the fire aside from GTA VI. Two other successful franchises are launching new titles in September. The sports game NBA 2K26 comes out on Sept. 5, and the looter-shooter Borderlands 4 arrives Sept. 12.
The releases are expected to boost revenue in the fiscal second quarter, ending Sept. 30, to a range between $1.65 billion and $1.7 billion. That would be a strong increase from sales of $1.3 billion in the prior fiscal year.
With the impending titles and Take-Two's excellent Q1 sales, the company raised its fiscal 2026 revenue outlook to between $6.1 billion to $6.2 billion, up from fiscal 2025's $5.6 billion.
Despite the sales growth, Take-Two's business isn't profitable. It exited fiscal Q1 with a net loss of $11.9 million. However, that figure is a substantial reduction from the $262 million loss in the prior year, which is a sign that the company has a shot at turning a profit soon.
In fact, Take-Two achieved operating income of $21.6 million in fiscal Q1. That's a dramatic turnaround from the previous year's operating loss of $184.9 million.
A tailwind to Take-Two's ability to achieve profitability lies in digital content sales. People are overwhelmingly opting for digital downloads instead of buying a physical game disc, and digital products deliver higher profit margins to Take-Two.
In fiscal Q1, digital sales represented 98% of the company's $1.5 billion in revenue. When GTA V was released, digital comprised only 16% of revenue. This means GTA VI is likely to contribute greater profit than its predecessor.
Evaluating whether to buy Take-Two stock
Given Take-Two's many positives and the imminent release of Grand Theft Auto VI, the company looks like a worthwhile investment. But the stock is up 26% this year through the week ending Aug. 15. You have to wonder if now's the best time to scoop up Take-Two shares.
To assess the situation, let's examine the stock's price-to-sales (P/S) ratio, which measures how much investors are willing to pay for every dollar of revenue generated over the trailing 12 months.
The chart shows that Take-Two's P/S multiple has increased steadily over the past year, indicating that shares are not cheap. This suggests that the anticipated sales boost from upcoming popular titles, including GTA VI, may already be priced into the stock.
Of course, if sales of GTA VI exceed expectations, Take-Two's share price is likely to rise. One approach to address the situation is to use dollar-cost averaging. Purchase some shares now, and gradually build your position over time, which takes the guesswork out of whether to buy now or wait for the stock price to dip.
Since the video game sector's sales surpass the film, music, and book-publishing industries combined, and considering the enduring popularity of the Grand Theft Auto franchise, investors have strong reason to anticipate that GTA VI will be a key driver of Take-Two's revenue growth next year.
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Looking today at week-over-week shares outstanding changes among the universe of ETFs covered at ETF Channel, one standout is the The Communication Services Select Sector SPDR Fund (Symbol: XLC) where we have detected an approximate $1.1 billion dollar inflow -- that's a 4.3% increase week over week in outstanding units (from 227,000,000 to 236,800,000). Among the largest underlying components of XLC, in trading today Electronic Arts, Inc. (Symbol: EA) is up about 0.7%, Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (Symbol: TTWO) is up about 0.2%, and Comcast Corp (Symbol: CMCSA) is lower by about 0.6%. For a complete list of holdings, visit the XLC Holdings page » The chart below shows the one year price performance of XLC, versus its 200 day moving average:
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Roblox Corporation RBLX continues to show strong traction in its user base, reinforcing the position as a leading immersive platform. In the second quarter of 2025, daily active users (DAU) surged 41% year over year to 111.8 million, while total engagement hours jumped 58% to 27.4 billion. Growth was broad-based across geographies and age groups, with particularly strong momentum in APAC (up 76% DAUs) and in users aged over 13 years (up 54%), who now make up more than 64% of the platform’s user base.
On the monetization front, second-quarter bookings climbed 51% year over year to $1.4 billion, driven by both increased engagement and higher spend per user. Monthly unique payers hit a record 23.4 million (up 42% year over year), with a record 4.6 million new payers. Average bookings per payer rose 6%. Premium subscriptions continued to expand, contributing to recurring revenues, while immersive advertising — boosted by initiatives like Rewarded Video ads — gained traction as more brands used Roblox’s 3D environments for marketing. In-experience purchases remained a core revenue driver, with both the number of paying users and average spend increasing.
However, profitability remains constrained as Roblox continues to reinvest heavily in its creator ecosystem. Developer Exchange (DevEx) payouts hit a record $316.4 million in the second quarter, up 52% year over year, reflecting higher engagement and the company’s commitment to its Creator Rewards program. While this strengthens the long-term content pipeline, it also keeps near-term margins under pressure.
The company’s strategy hinges on converting its expanding DAU base into stronger monetization without sacrificing engagement quality. With continued innovation in ad formats, subscription offerings and virtual goods — plus rising traction in high-monetizing genres among older users — Roblox is building the infrastructure to scale monetization over time. The balance between user growth and monetization efficiency will be key in determining whether today’s DAU momentum translates into meaningful earnings growth in the years ahead.
RBLX’s Price Performance, Valuation and Estimates
RBLX’s shares have gained 103.5% in the past six months compared with the industry’s increase of 17%. In the same time frame, shares of other industry players, such as Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. TTWO and Electronic Arts Inc. EA, have gained 9.2% and 34%, respectively.
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With the recent gain, RBLX is priced at a premium relative to its industry. Its forward 12-month price-to-sales ratio of 12.57 is well above the industry average. Meanwhile, Take-Two Interactive and Electronic Arts’ forward 12-month price-to-sales ratios are 5.64 and 5.5, respectively.
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The Zacks Consensus Estimate for 2025 loss per share has widened to $1.71 in the past seven days. In 2024, the company reported adjusted loss per share of $1.44. Meanwhile, Take-Two Interactive and Electronic Arts’ earnings in fiscal 2026 are likely to witness growth of 33.7% and 21.1%, respectively.
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Key Points
Net Bookings grew 17% to $1.42 billion in Q1 FY2026.
Management raised full-year guidance for Net Bookings to $6.05–$6.15 billion, signaling confidence in the upcoming pipeline.
Take-Two Interactive Software (NASDAQ:TTWO), the gaming company behind series such as Grand Theft Auto, NBA 2K, and Red Dead Redemption, reported results for Q1 FY2026 on August 7, 2025, covering the period ended June 30, 2025. The release highlighted year-over-year growth in Net Bookings, surpassing the company's own guidance, as well as analysts' expectations. Net bookings came in at $1.42 billion, beating analyst expectations of $1.31 billion. Non-GAAP earnings per share clocked in at $0.61, handily beating estimates of $0.29. The company’s GAAP net loss narrowed substantially versus last year, and management raised its full-year Net Bookings guidance, reflecting increased optimism for upcoming launches. Robust digital and mobile performance, but ongoing profitability concerns and cost discipline remain in focus looking ahead.
Metric
Q1 FY26
Q1 FY26 Estimate†
Q1 FY25
Y/Y Change
EPS (Non-GAAP)
$0.61
$0.29
$0.05
N/A
Net bookings
$1.42 billion
$1.31 billion
$1.22 billion
17%
Source: Analyst estimates provided by FactSet. Management expectations based on management's guidance, as provided in Q4 2025 earnings report.
Business Overview and Recent Strategic Focus
Take-Two Interactive Software develops, publishes, and distributes interactive entertainment across gaming consoles, PC, and mobile devices. It operates well-known publishing labels including Rockstar Games, 2K, and Zynga. The company’s catalog features global franchises such as Grand Theft Auto (an open-world action game series), NBA 2K (a basketball simulation series), and Red Dead Redemption (a Western-themed open-world game), along with a substantial mobile games portfolio led by titles like Toon Blast and Match Factory.
The company’s current strategy centers on expanding its multi-platform reach, deepening its portfolio, and scaling up player engagement. These efforts are fueled by investment in talent, live services, and technology. Key focuses include driving recurring spending within games, continuous cost control, and innovation on newer platforms such as virtual reality and Nintendo’s next-generation hardware. A robust pipeline of planned releases and titles in development aims to sustain revenue consistency while preparing for significant launches, most notably Grand Theft Auto VI slated for the next fiscal year.
Quarter in Review: Key Developments and Performance Drivers
Net Bookings, which measure products and services sold digitally and physically, rose 17% year over year to $1.42 billion. Recurring consumer spending, which includes in-game purchases and subscriptions, accounted for 83% of Net Bookings and grew 17%.
GAAP revenue increased 11.9% versus the same quarter last year. Growth was driven by established franchises, with NBA 2K25 (a basketball simulation game), Grand Theft Auto V and Online (open-world action games), and a slate of mobile puzzle and casual games such as Toon Blast, Match Factory, and Color Block Jam noted as top contributors. Notably, Color Block Jam’s rapid scaling and profitability highlighted the potential for successful new mobile launches in a competitive landscape. The digital business continued to dominate, making up 98% of GAAP net revenue and 99% of Net Bookings, while mobile accounted for 53% of GAAP net revenue and 56% of Net Bookings.
Operating expenses (GAAP) remained high at $923.4 million. Research and development spending (GAAP) rose to $261.4 million. Despite the progress on gross profit, the period ended with a GAAP net loss of $11.9 million, considerably narrower than the prior year’s $262.0 million GAAP net loss. Negative operating cash flow persisted, registering an outflow of $44.7 million.
Product and franchise milestones were a major story. With new hits and stability in older titles supporting growth. Grand Theft Auto V surpassed 215 million units sold-in as of the end of the fiscal year. International markets accounted for 41% of Net Bookings, up slightly from last year. There were no announced dividends for the quarter.
The Pipeline, Franchise Expansion, and Emerging Trends
Take-Two continues to roll out updates and new releases to maintain relevance and fuel growth. Notable launches in the period included Civilization VII (a turn-based strategy game), with new VR and Switch 2 editions building on the strategy franchise’s legacy, and ongoing updates to Grand Theft Auto Online. The company plans to launch Mafia: The Old Country (a narrative-driven adventure game), NBA 2K26, and Borderlands 4 (first-person shooter), followed by the highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto VI in the following fiscal year.
Mobile gaming remains key, with the Zynga division releasing profitable new titles and leveraging a direct-to-consumer platform for in-game sales. “Our outstanding first quarter results reflect ongoing demand for our core franchises and the increasingly diversified, successful nature of our business,” said CEO Strauss Zelnick in the earnings release. The shift toward digital sales has allowed the company to reduce reliance on physical distribution, align with industry trends, and maximize reach across consoles, PC, and mobile devices.
Cost control remains a critical theme, with management implementing a cost reduction program and aiming for improved operating leverage as revenue expands. The margin between revenue gains and net income improvement is not yet substantial, due to the heavy ongoing investment in development and future releases. The company still forecasts a full fiscal year net loss.
Finally, Take-Two is positioning itself at the forefront of new trends such as virtual reality, global expansion, and direct-to-consumer models. International partnerships, especially in Asia, and technology experiments with virtual reality are expected to expand addressable markets and support longer-term growth.
Looking Ahead: Guidance and Investor Watch Points
Management raised its full-year Net Bookings guidance to $6.05–$6.15 billion, up from the previous range of $5.9–$6.0 billion. Net Bookings for Q2 FY2026 are projected between $1.70 and $1.75 billion, while GAAP revenue is expected at $1.65–$1.70 billion. GAAP revenue for FY2026 is projected between $6.10 and $6.20 billion. The company also guides for full-year adjusted EBITDA of $554–$613 million, but it continues to anticipate a GAAP net loss of $442 to $377 million.
Key assumptions for the outlook include stable game release schedules, steady platform user growth for PlayStation and Xbox consoles, and stable currency trends. With Grand Theft Auto VI on the horizon and a slate of new games, attention will be on the execution of this ambitious release pipeline, cash flow performance, and progress on operating margins.
Revenue and net income presented using U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) unless otherwise noted.
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Take-Two Q1 Net Bookings Up 17%

Key Points
Take-Two is set to publish results for the first quarter of its current fiscal year after the market closes on Aug. 7.
While some previous quarterly reports have resulted in sell-offs, the company's business performance has generally supported valuation gains.
Performance for "Grand Theft Auto VI" will almost certainly be Take-Two's biggest performance driver over the next five years.
Take-Two Interactive Software (NASDAQ: TTWO) stock has seen significant gains across 2025's trading despite some big changes for the company's video game release schedule. While the publisher was originally scheduled to release Grand Theft Auto VI this year, the crucial title has now been shifted to a May 2026 launch date.
Now, Take-Two is on the verge of releasing results for the first quarter of its 2026 fiscal year, which ended June 30. The company will publish its fiscal Q1 results and host a conference call after the market closes on Aug. 7, and the business update could spur significant moves for the stock.
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Investors may be wondering whether buying the stock ahead of the quarterly update would be a smart move. Check out the chart below for a look at how the company's valuation has fared after earnings reports, and read on for a deeper look at the gaming leader's key performance drivers and whether the stock might be a good long-term holding.
Take-Two's business performance has supported big stock gains
Take-Two has seen valuation volatility in conjunction with its earnings reports in the recent past, and performance has been mixed when it comes to immediate near-term stock performance following the company's quarterly updates. On the other hand, taking a buy-and-hold approach to Take-Two stock ahead of a quarterly report from virtually any earnings release dating back to the summer of 2022 would have put shareholders in the green with their investment. That doesn't necessarily guarantee that Take-Two will perform well after its next quarterly report or over the long term, but solid business results and strong positioning in the gaming industry have generally helped support valuation gains for the publisher.
What will be the biggest post-earnings drivers for Take-Two stock?
While the company's sales and earnings performance in fiscal Q1 can be expected to have some impact on where the stock goes after the earnings report, updates on the company's release pipeline could be even bigger catalysts. Most crucially, investors will be looking to see what Take-Two has to say about the release of GTA VI. The video game is by far the most important upcoming release in the company's lineup, and it's the centerpiece when it comes to valuing Take-Two stock right now.
Trading at roughly 81 times this year's expected earnings and 6.7 times expected sales, Take-Two Interactive could look highly overvalued for a company that saw revenue grow just 5% annually in its last fiscal year and as its net loss expand to $4.48 billion from $3.74 billion in the previous year. On the other hand, the company's business still has a high degree of cyclicality ,and there's a very good chance that nothing will be more important for the stock over the next five years than the performance of Grand Theft Auto VI.
It's difficult to overstate just how important GTA VI is for Take-Two stock. Some recent rumors have suggested that the game could see another delay that pushes it out past the May 26, 2026, release date the company has set for the title, and it's possible that the company's share price could see a significant pullback if another delay is announced for the game. On the other hand, the title is likely to be a huge hit when it finally releases, and patient investors could be rewarded for backing the company well in advance of the title hitting shelves.
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Should You Buy Take-Two Interactive Software (TTWO) Stock Before Aug. 7? Here's What History Says.

Wall Street analysts forecast that Take-Two Interactive (TTWO) will report quarterly earnings of $0.26 per share in its upcoming release, pointing to a year-over-year increase of 420%. It is anticipated that revenues will amount to $1.28 billion, exhibiting an increase of 5.4% compared to the year-ago quarter.
The consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has remained unchanged over the last 30 days. This reflects how the analysts covering the stock have collectively reevaluated their initial estimates during this timeframe.
Before a company reveals its earnings, it is vital to take into account any changes in earnings projections. These revisions play a pivotal role in predicting the possible reactions of investors toward the stock. Multiple empirical studies have consistently shown a strong association between trends in earnings estimates and the short-term price movements of a stock.
While investors usually depend on consensus earnings and revenue estimates to assess the business performance for the quarter, delving into analysts' forecasts for certain key metrics often provides a more comprehensive understanding.
In light of this perspective, let's dive into the average estimates of certain Take-Two metrics that are commonly tracked and forecasted by Wall Street analysts.
Analysts' assessment points toward 'Net Revenue- Advertising' reaching $107.95 million. The estimate indicates a change of -11.2% from the prior-year quarter.
According to the collective judgment of analysts, 'Net Revenue- Game' should come in at $1.28 billion. The estimate suggests a change of +5.2% year over year.
The consensus among analysts is that 'Total net bookings' will reach $1.27 billion. Compared to the current estimate, the company reported $1.22 billion in the same quarter of the previous year.
The combined assessment of analysts suggests that 'Net bookings by platform - Mobile' will likely reach $709.16 million. The estimate is in contrast to the year-ago figure of $722.50 million.
It is projected by analysts that the 'Net bookings by distribution channel - Physical retail and other' will reach $50.06 million. Compared to the present estimate, the company reported $30.80 million in the same quarter last year.
The collective assessment of analysts points to an estimated 'Net bookings by distribution channel - Digital online' of $1.20 billion. Compared to the present estimate, the company reported $1.19 billion in the same quarter last year.
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Unveiling Take-Two (TTWO) Q1 Outlook: Wall Street Estimates for Key Metrics

Looking at the underlying holdings of the ETFs in our coverage universe at ETF Channel, we have compared the trading price of each holding against the average analyst 12-month forward target price, and computed the weighted average implied analyst target price for the ETF itself. For the John Hancock Multifactor Mid Cap ETF (Symbol: JHMM), we found that the implied analyst target price for the ETF based upon its underlying holdings is $69.03 per unit.
With JHMM trading at a recent price near $62.91 per unit, that means that analysts see 9.73% upside for this ETF looking through to the average analyst targets of the underlying holdings. Three of JHMM's underlying holdings with notable upside to their analyst target prices are Corebridge Financial Inc (Symbol: CRBG), Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (Symbol: TTWO), and Air Lease Corp (Symbol: AL). Although CRBG has traded at a recent price of $35.88/share, the average analyst target is 13.67% higher at $40.78/share. Similarly, TTWO has 11.32% upside from the recent share price of $226.10 if the average analyst target price of $251.69/share is reached, and analysts on average are expecting AL to reach a target price of $63.71/share, which is 11.14% above the recent price of $57.33. Below is a twelve month price history chart comparing the stock performance of CRBG, TTWO, and AL:
Below is a summary table of the current analyst target prices discussed above:
Name
Symbol
Recent Price
Avg. Analyst 12-Mo. Target
% Upside to Target
Corebridge Financial Inc
CRBG
$35.88
$40.78
13.67%
Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc.
TTWO
$226.10
$251.69
11.32%
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Roblox Corporation RBLX is doubling down on its developer ecosystem as a strategic growth engine and the latest results indicate this approach is gaining traction.
In first-quarter 2025, creator payouts rose 39% year over year to $281 million, with more than 100 developers earning $1 million or more in the past 12 months. This strong creator monetization points to a broadening and maturing development community that could underpin Roblox's next growth wave.
A big contributor to this momentum is the platform’s investment in tools and incentives that make game creation easier, more profitable and globally scalable. Roblox’s pricing optimization, regional monetization strategies and transparent algorithmic discovery have not only enhanced earnings potential but also diversified the types of successful content. 24% of the top 100 experiences by spending in March were built within the past year, an encouraging sign of creative churn and content velocity.
AI is also playing a pivotal role. With native tools like Cube 3D and generative 4D asset creation, Roblox is enabling developers to produce interactive, code-embedded experiences at scale. As a result, the top 100 creators averaged $6.7 million in earnings over the past year, up 35% year over year.
As Roblox eyes a 10% market share in global gaming, its strategy hinges on scaling the ecosystem, not just through big studios but by nurturing a long tail of creators across genres. If this trajectory continues, the developer community may well be Roblox’s most valuable asset in capturing the next stage of digital entertainment.
RBLX’s Price Performance, Valuation and Estimates
RBLX’s shares have gained 77.8% in the past three months compared with the industry’s increase of 26.5%. In the same time frame, shares of other industry players, such as Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. TTWO and Electronic Arts Inc. EA, have gained 0.1% and 4%, respectively.
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With the recent gain, RBLX is priced at a premium relative to its industry. Its forward 12-month price-to-sales ratio of 13.22 is well below the industry average. Meanwhile, Take-Two Interactive and Electronic Arts’ forward 12-month price-to-sales ratios are 5.62 and 4.8, respectively.
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The Zacks Consensus Estimate for 2025 loss per share has widened to $1.42 in the past 30 days. In 2024, the company reported adjusted loss per share of $1.44.
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Meanwhile, Take-Two Interactive and Electronic Arts’ earnings in fiscal 2026 are likely to witness growth of 31.7% and 20.5%, respectively.
RBLX 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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Investors in Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (Symbol: TTWO) saw new options become available today, for the September 5th expiration. At Stock Options Channel, our YieldBoost formula has looked up and down the TTWO options chain for the new September 5th contracts and identified one put and one call contract of particular interest.
The put contract at the $225.00 strike price has a current bid of $7.90. If an investor was to sell-to-open that put contract, they are committing to purchase the stock at $225.00, but will also collect the premium, putting the cost basis of the shares at $217.10 (before broker commissions). To an investor already interested in purchasing shares of TTWO, that could represent an attractive alternative to paying $228.34/share today.
Because the $225.00 strike represents an approximate 1% discount to the current trading price of the stock (in other words it is out-of-the-money by that percentage), there is also the possibility that the put contract would expire worthless. The current analytical data (including greeks and implied greeks) suggest the current odds of that happening are 59%. Stock Options Channel will track those odds over time to see how they change, publishing a chart of those numbers on our website under the contract detail page for this contract. Should the contract expire worthless, the premium would represent a 3.51% return on the cash commitment, or 29.80% annualized — at Stock Options Channel we call this the YieldBoost.
Below is a chart showing the trailing twelve month trading history for Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc., and highlighting in green where the $225.00 strike is located relative to that history:
Turning to the calls side of the option chain, the call contract at the $230.00 strike price has a current bid of $9.90. If an investor was to purchase shares of TTWO stock at the current price level of $228.34/share, and then sell-to-open that call contract as a "covered call," they are committing to sell the stock at $230.00. Considering the call seller will also collect the premium, that would drive a total return (excluding dividends, if any) of 5.06% if the stock gets called away at the September 5th expiration (before broker commissions). Of course, a lot of upside could potentially be left on the table if TTWO shares really soar, which is why looking at the trailing twelve month trading history for Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc., as well as studying the business fundamentals becomes important. Below is a chart showing TTWO's trailing twelve month trading history, with the $230.00 strike highlighted in red:
Considering the fact that the $230.00 strike represents an approximate 1% premium to the current trading price of the stock (in other words it is out-of-the-money by that percentage), there is also the possibility that the covered call contract would expire worthless, in which case the investor would keep both their shares of stock and the premium collected. The current analytical data (including greeks and implied greeks) suggest the current odds of that happening are 48%. On our website under the contract detail page for this contract, Stock Options Channel will track those odds over time to see how they change and publish a chart of those numbers (the trading history of the option contract will also be charted). Should the covered call contract expire worthless, the premium would represent a 4.34% boost of extra return to the investor, or 36.80% annualized, which we refer to as the YieldBoost.
The implied volatility in the put contract example, as well as the call contract example, are both approximately 34%.
Meanwhile, we calculate the actual trailing twelve month volatility (considering the last 250 trading day closing values as well as today's price of $228.34) to be 30%. For more put and call options contract ideas worth looking at, visit StockOptionsChannel.com.
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