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GameStop Corp.(GME)
Advisory History & Simulated Performance *
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Advisory Performance History (Simulated)
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.
How to Read the Upturn Advisory
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 style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Weak fit | The company faces structural industry headwinds that limit organic revenue growth potential. |
| Momentum investor | Strong fit while signal remains positive | The stock is frequently subject to high volatility and significant trading volume, attracting short-term momentum interest. |
| Value investor | Mixed fit | While the cash position is strong, the underlying retail business model faces long-term viability challenges. |
| Dividend investor | Weak fit | The company does not pay a dividend and prioritizes capital retention. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | High price volatility and speculative trading make this stock unsuitable for low-risk portfolios. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | High | The stock is susceptible to extreme price swings unrelated to fundamental business performance. |
| Valuation risk | High | Market prices often deviate significantly from traditional valuation metrics. |
| Competition risk (Digital shift) | High | The rise of digital-only gaming platforms directly threatens the core physical retail model. |
| Business quality | Medium | The company is undergoing a transition with an unproven long-term strategy. |
| Dividend income | Low / none | There is no income generation for shareholders. |
| Execution risk | High | Management must successfully navigate a declining industry landscape. |
Price Behavior

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

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 |
Upturn Advisory Rating ![]() | Upturn Advisory Performance | Stock Returns Performance |
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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 area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Hardware and Accessories | Consoles, controllers, and headsets. | This is a low-margin segment that drives traffic but produces less profit. |
| Software | New and pre-owned physical video games. | Pre-owned games carry higher margins but are facing competition from digital downloads. |
| Collectibles | Pop-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)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.
📈 Growth & Strength
Operating Income (Core Profit)
Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.
EBITDA (Cash Earnings)
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.
Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)
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)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
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)
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)
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)
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)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
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)
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)
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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