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GameStop Corp.(GME)

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EXPLORE ADVISORIES AND THEIR HISTORY
QUALITY SIGNAL
1-STAR RATING
PASS
LAST CLOSE
$25.12
11/06/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for GME

11/06/2026: GME (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

GameStop Corp. is a specialty retailer primarily focused on video games, hardware, and collectibles. The company benefits from strong brand recognition and a significant cash-rich balance sheet, which provides stability amid industry challenges. Its main growth opportunity lies in expanding high-margin collectibles and optimizing its lean retail operations. However, the business faces structural risks from the rapid industry-wide shift toward digital distribution and ongoing competitive pressure from major e-commerce platforms. The stock, which is known for high volatility, may suit speculative or momentum-oriented investors, while its lack of dividends makes it less suitable for income-focused portfolios.

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The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.

Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorWeak fitThe company faces structural industry headwinds that limit organic revenue growth potential.
Momentum investorStrong fit while signal remains positiveThe stock is frequently subject to high volatility and significant trading volume, attracting short-term momentum interest.
Value investorMixed fitWhile the cash position is strong, the underlying retail business model faces long-term viability challenges.
Dividend investorWeak fitThe company does not pay a dividend and prioritizes capital retention.
Low-risk investorWeak fitHigh price volatility and speculative trading make this stock unsuitable for low-risk portfolios.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighThe stock is susceptible to extreme price swings unrelated to fundamental business performance.
Valuation riskHighMarket prices often deviate significantly from traditional valuation metrics.
Competition risk (Digital shift)HighThe rise of digital-only gaming platforms directly threatens the core physical retail model.
Business qualityMediumThe company is undergoing a transition with an unproven long-term strategy.
Dividend incomeLow / noneThere is no income generation for shareholders.
Execution riskHighManagement must successfully navigate a declining industry landscape.

Price Behavior

Downtrend
PRICE PATH

Downtrend

The stock has experienced a sustained decline in price over recent periods.

Moderately Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Moderately Choppy

The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 16.74%
Avg. Invested days 24
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
GME receives a 4-star rating, supported by solid company fundamentals, and solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
GME has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with moderate financial health, solid growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2026 versus FY2025, strong earnings growth (+218.7%) and strong cash generation (FCF margin 16.5%) are partially offset by negative revenue growth (-5.1%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
GME's financial health is supported by solid liquidity, including working-capital and asset support (WC/assets 89.5%). Profitability is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Free-cash-flow growth is GME's strongest growth driver at +360.9% FY2026 versus FY2025 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, earnings growth (+218.7%, strong) is also strong, while revenue growth (-5.1%, negative) holds the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 33.4% and approximately 91.3% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 8.67% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 7.28%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 3.64%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 3.44%
State Street Corp 2.59%
Geode Capital Management, LLC 1.52%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
GME generates approximately $324 of gross profit, $79 of operating income, and $165 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2026 results. Moderate margins and strong cash conversion support a 3-star rating, while capital efficiency is solid.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: -8.96% (Tax Credit)

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
GME has a large-cap, liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while valuation that is moderately attractive rather than deeply discounted.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

High VolatilityLarge / Mega Cap StabilityShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 12.67B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 16.53
1Y Target Price 33
Price to earnings Ratio 16.53
1Y Target Price 33
Volume (30-day avg) 9.4M shares
Beta 1.66
52 Weeks Range 17.79 - 28.30
Updated Date 11/07/2026
52 Weeks Range 17.79 - 28.30
Updated Date 11/07/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 1.52

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Hardware and AccessoriesConsoles, controllers, and headsets.This is a low-margin segment that drives traffic but produces less profit.
SoftwareNew and pre-owned physical video games.Pre-owned games carry higher margins but are facing competition from digital downloads.
CollectiblesPop-culture merchandise, toys, and trading cards.This is a key growth area with better margins than hardware.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

Valuation

Trailing PE 16.53
Forward PE 28.25
Enterprise Value 11.95B
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.57
Enterprise Value 11.95B
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.57
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.23
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 22.62
Shares Outstanding 504.50M
Shares Floating 460.41M
Shares Outstanding 504.50M
Shares Floating 460.41M
Percent Insiders 8.67
Percent Institutions 33.38

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

Information icon Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.

🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

Information icon Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.

Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

Information icon Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.

Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

Information icon Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.

🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

Information icon Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.

Total Assets (Asset Base)

Information icon The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.

Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

Information icon Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.

Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

Information icon Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.

Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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