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GameStop may drop its $56 billion eBay bid and offer up its 1,600 stores in a partnership

Serving tech enthusiasts for over 25 years. TechSpot means tech analysis and adviceyou can trust. In a nutshell:The long-running saga that is GameStop's attempted $56 billion acquisition of eBay might be coming. . .
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August 10, 2026
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GameStop may drop its $56 billion eBay bid and offer up its 1,600 stores in a partnership
WHAT HAPPENED
s boardrejected the proposallater that month, calling it It pointed to the uncertain financing, the potential impact on eBay GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen is reportedly considering withdrawing the audacious bid and proposing a partnership or joint venture instead. The arrangement could help both companies grab a larger share of higher-margin categories. No final decision has been made, and Cohen could still pursue other options, according to the people familiar with the matter.
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