GameStop Past Earnings Performance
Past criteria checks 5/6
GameStop has been growing earnings at an average annual rate of 63.4%, while the Specialty Retail industry saw earnings declining at 1.9% annually. Revenues have been declining at an average rate of 9.2% per year. GameStop's return on equity is 7.7%, and it has net margins of 11.5%.
Key information
63.41%
Earnings growth rate
60.77%
EPS growth rate
| Specialty Retail Industry Growth | 26.64% |
| Revenue growth rate | -9.20% |
| Return on equity | 7.69% |
| Net Margin | 11.53% |
| Last Earnings Update | 31 Jan 2026 |
Recent past performance updates
Recent updates
Seeking Alpha • May 04
eBay And GameStop: A Deal Made In Meme Heaven
Summary GameStop (GME) has made a highly disproportionate $125/share buyout offer for eBay (EBAY), funded by overvalued stock and significant leverage. EBAY’s business is far larger and healthier than GME’s, with 19% revenue growth versus GME’s declining sales and reliance on meme-driven valuation. The proposed cost-cutting synergies from GME lack credibility, as GME contributes little to EBAY’s operations and profits. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Narrative Update • Apr 02
The Transformation Is Complete. Now Comes the Deployment.
GameStop Corp. (NYSE: GME) — FY2025 Annual Review The Transformation Is Complete.
New Narrative • Mar 20
GameStop Corp. (GME): The "Omni-Holding" Pivot and the $8.8 Billion Question
GameStop (GME) remains the most polarizing "story stock" in the market as of March 19, 2026. Closing today at $23.28 USD (a slight 0.34% dip), the company is no longer just a struggling brick-and-mortar retailer; it has evolved into a hybrid investment vehicle.Narrative Update • Jan 08
GameStop will ace the financial crisis wave with its strategic Bitcoin investment and cash reserves
Executive Summary GameStop Corp. has completed a fundamental transformation from a struggling retailer hemorrhaging cash to a profitable enterprise with one of the strongest balance sheets in consumer retail.
New Narrative • Jun 23
GameStop will ace the financial crisis wave with its strategic Bitcoin investment and cash reserves
GameStop’s Q1 2025 financials, combined with an amazing shareholder community, just showed its takes-money-to-buy-whiskey strategy at work, demonstrating its status as a compelling investment as the rSeeking Alpha • Mar 27
GameStop: Bitcoin Won't Save It, But Pokemon Might
Summary GameStop's Q4 2024 results showed a revenue drop but improved profitability, driven by higher margins and significant interest income from cash reserves. Despite the positive earnings, I maintain a "sell" rating due to the company's ongoing revenue decline and expensive valuation compared to historical levels. The move into Bitcoin and collectibles offers potential, but past missteps and a proposed convertible notes offering raise concerns about future dilution and stability. Shedding unprofitable assets in Canada and Europe could help, but I'm not ready to upgrade GME stock until more consistent improvements are evident. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Mar 20
GameStop: I Expect Q4 Earnings To Disappoint Due To Industry Declines
Summary GameStop's stock price is disconnected from fundamentals, and despite some financial improvements, the overall sentiment remains negative with no meaningful catalysts for growth. Q4 earnings are expected to be weak due to declining hardware and software sales, with the possibility of reporting below the estimated EPS of $0.07. Speculation around GameStop including Bitcoin in its business model could drive shares higher, but the timing may be unfavorable, given the current crypto cycle. The changing gaming landscape and competition from digital platforms, like Microsoft's Gamepass, make GameStop's business model less compelling, reinforcing a strong sell rating. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaNew Narrative • Mar 20
GameStop's Evolution: Navigating Financial Strategies Amidst Market Dynamics
From Brick-and-Mortar to Digital VenturesA favorite among gamers at one point in its history, GameStop has had a very challenging recent past. The transition towards digital distribution of games andSeeking Alpha • Feb 18
Wall Street Lunch: GameStop Raises Eyebrows With International Store Sales
Summary GameStop plans to sell its operations in France and Canada, while exploring potential investments in the crypto sector, including Bitcoin. Super Micro Computer's stock surges ahead of its February 25 deadline to file its 2024 annual and quarterly reports. Medtronic's stock declines despite reaffirming its full-year outlook. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Feb 11
GameStop Could Pivot To Become The First Bitcoin Consumer Bank
Summary While generally against companies holding Bitcoin, I think there are exceptions, such as (Micro)Strategy and potentially GameStop, due to their unique circumstances. GME holds significant cash ($4.6 billion) with minimal long-term debt, but lacks a profitable core business model since the Meme Stock era. I think GME could benefit from investing in Bitcoin, potentially pivoting to become the first "Bitcoin Consumer Bank" by leveraging its retail presence to offer Bitcoin-related services. This said, the high valuation of GME with a market cap of $11 billion might not justify a Bitcoin investment if Bitcoin's value doesn't increase or if consumer/investor interest doesn't follow. While I do not recommend new investments in GME due to high option costs and current valuation, holding a position might be justified if anticipating a Bitcoin strategy announcement as a catalyst. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Jan 13
GameStop: How I'm Taking Advantage Of Expensive Call Options
Summary GameStop isn't fundamentally strong, but its high volatility and expensive call options offer income opportunities through selling covered calls. Despite relatively weak fundamentals, GameStop's gross profit margin is improving, and its large cash position provides a safety net. The stock is in a short-term uptrend, making it suitable for selling covered calls, though risks include potential price drops and a fall in implied volatility. A potential Bitcoin-buying investment strategy by GameStop could significantly boost the stock, although this is just personal speculation, as the company has not announced any plans regarding this. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Dec 08
Wall Street Brunch: Last Leg Of Inflation Battle Is The Longest
Summary The Fed's focus shifts back to inflation with a key CPI report ahead of the last FOMC meeting of 2024. Key earnings reports this week include Oracle, GameStop, Adobe, Broadcom, and Costco. Wells Fargo updates its favored list of blue-chip stocks, highlighting companies like Disney, Starbucks, and Microsoft for long-term investment. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Dec 02
GameStop: Is This Time Different?
Summary GME's recent 55% rally is characterized by a slow, sustained uptrend, unlike the rapid spikes of 2021 and early 2024. The backdrop to the rally is also different. It hasn't been fuelled by memes or a Roaring Kitty post. Management is making some decent moves. Despite shrinking revenues, GameStop's improved margins and potential return to profitability this fiscal year are positive signs, but the $13B valuation remains questionable. I rate GME a "hold" due to the potentially sustainable uptrend and potential for new investments, but I'll sell if it spikes into the $40s. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Nov 18
GameStop: Trying To Grasp The Value, But Price Still Doubly Inflated
Summary GameStop's May stock surge was yet again driven by frenzy, but the company's topline remains weak, with accelerating revenue declines. Management capitalized on inflated stock prices, boosting cash reserves, which now constitute a major part of its valuation, yet the issuance diluted shareholders. The collectibles segment and profitability improvements show potential. Despite optimistic valuation adjustments, GameStop's per share value still lies significantly below market price, making it a speculative play rather than a sound investment. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Oct 16
GameStop May Have Figured Out Their Next Venture And It Could Work
Summary GameStop's shift to trading cards and partnerships with PSA could offset declining video game sales, positioning it as a national card shop chain. GME's strong balance sheet, with over $4 billion in cash and minimal debt, provides a significant runway for reinvention and new business ventures. The trading card market's growth and synergies with video games offer GME opportunities to host leagues and tournaments and create content, enhancing customer engagement. Upgrading my view on GME to neutral due to improved financials and strategic moves in the trading card market, offering potential for future profitability. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Sep 20
Did Anyone Notice GameStop Reinvented Itself On The Latest Kitty Call? (Rating Upgrade)
Summary Roaring Kitty's reappearance with a large GameStop position in May, helped the share quote to rise from $12 to $60+ in quick order. GameStop's management issued $3.05 billion in new shares during May-June, reshaping the balance sheet with $4.2 billion in cash vs. just $1.15 billion in liabilities. Positive net income and potentially stronger returns on the reinvestment of its large cash holdings could force Wall Street to rerate shares much higher. The reinvented company 12 months from now could be worth materially more than existed in the spring, through timely financial engineering decisions. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Sep 07
Sell GameStop Stock Heading Into Q2 Earnings
Summary GameStop's stock has surged recently, but with high short interest and an earnings report imminent, consider taking profits before potential volatility. The company faces declining revenue, no earnings, and lacks a viable turnaround plan, making its current $10 billion valuation unsustainable. Despite some improvements in margins and a strong balance sheet, the core business model remains flawed, with retro store concepts unlikely to drive significant growth. Given the high price-to-sales ratio and operational challenges, I remain bearish on GameStop. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Aug 21
GameStop: Zombie, Extinction Or Turnaround?
Summary GameStop faces challenges in the age of e-commerce with declining sales, margins, and store closures. The US$2.3bn cash infusion provides management with time to attempt a turnaround or cash to burn before the inevitable. Under three scenarios - turnaround, zombie, and extinction - none provide upside potential in 2025. I would avoid GME: Given the meme stock status, which ignores business fundamentals, I would not short, buy, or hold the stock. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Jul 18
GameStop: Prepping For The Next Pump
Summary GameStop moves on rumors, speculation and sentiment. There is the potential for another large rally as management has nearly $4B to spend. Will they transform the current business or venture into other exciting areas? Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Jun 26
GameStop Is Becoming A Poorly Run Bank
Summary GameStop's shares rocketed up 20-fold in early 2021 to touch over $80 apiece. Though sinking since to $23 per share, the company's market capitalization now stands at around $8 billion. Management took advantage of the euphoria and issued equity periodically. Shareholders bought up a $2 billion offering earlier this month and $1 billion in late May. Add that to the $1 billion the company had on its balance sheet, and its cash pile has grown eight-fold from end-2019. While GameStop has tried to get its finances in order, the cash hasn't been used to change its business meaningfully. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Jun 14
GameStop Stock: Creating Value Through Reflexivity
Summary GameStop stock has surged 164.9% since the 'sell' rating was reaffirmed earlier this year, handily outperforming the S&P 500. GameStop's financial performance in the most recent quarter shows significant declines in revenue, particularly in hardware and software sales. Despite recent capital raises, GME's long-term survival remains uncertain due to the changing landscape of the video game industry and the company's core operations. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Jun 07
GameStop: 'Roaring' Comeback Fizzles Out
Summary GameStop Corp. reports anticipated earnings results amidst another short squeeze, with Roaring Kitty's long position potentially making him a billionaire. The stock initially surges, but later trades down after the earnings results reveal a miss on revenue and EPS. The reasons behind the early release of earnings and the selloff are unclear, leaving uncertainty about the future of the stock. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • May 30
Gamestop: Intrinsic Value Trumped By Meme Rallies
Summary I estimate GameStop's intrinsic value to be $5.43/share, but the possibility of a future meme rally increases my estimate of GameStop's value to $17.98/share. Investors should estimate the probability of another meme rally in the future and the peak share price during a future meme rally. I believe there's a 35% chance of a future meme rally, and I recommend selling out at $40/share if that's the case. GameStop's fundamentals remain weak, but they matter little to the current meme rally thesis. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaRevenue & Expenses Breakdown
Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
How GameStop makes and spends money. Based on latest reported earnings, on an LTM basis.
Earnings and Revenue History
| Date | Revenue | Earnings | G+A Expenses | R&D Expenses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Jan 26 | 3,630 | 418 | 892 | 0 |
| 01 Nov 25 | 3,808 | 422 | 913 | 0 |
| 02 Aug 25 | 3,848 | 362 | 974 | 0 |
| 03 May 25 | 3,674 | 208 | 1,026 | 0 |
| 01 Feb 25 | 3,823 | 131 | 1,093 | 0 |
| 02 Nov 24 | 4,334 | 63 | 1,111 | 0 |
| 03 Aug 24 | 4,552 | 43 | 1,140 | 0 |
| 04 May 24 | 4,918 | 25 | 1,206 | 0 |
| 03 Feb 24 | 5,273 | 7 | 1,271 | 0 |
| 28 Oct 23 | 5,706 | -8 | 1,441 | 0 |
| 29 Jul 23 | 5,814 | -100 | 1,566 | 0 |
| 29 Apr 23 | 5,786 | -206 | 1,617 | 0 |
| 28 Jan 23 | 5,927 | -313 | 1,675 | 0 |
| 29 Oct 22 | 5,955 | -509 | 1,698 | 0 |
| 30 Jul 22 | 6,065 | -519 | 1,683 | 0 |
| 30 Apr 22 | 6,112 | -472 | 1,675 | 0 |
| 29 Jan 22 | 6,011 | -381 | 1,655 | 0 |
| 30 Oct 21 | 5,879 | -153 | 1,524 | 0 |
| 31 Jul 21 | 5,587 | -67 | 1,463 | 0 |
| 01 May 21 | 5,346 | -116 | 1,432 | 0 |
| 30 Jan 21 | 5,090 | -215 | 1,444 | 0 |
| 31 Oct 20 | 5,162 | -270 | 1,648 | 0 |
| 01 Aug 20 | 5,596 | -334 | 1,725 | 0 |
| 02 May 20 | 5,939 | -637 | 1,804 | 0 |
| 01 Feb 20 | 6,466 | -464 | 1,825 | 0 |
| 02 Nov 19 | 7,335 | -758 | 1,931 | 0 |
| 03 Aug 19 | 7,832 | -1,181 | 1,956 | 0 |
| 04 May 19 | 8,047 | -808 | 1,983 | 0 |
| 02 Feb 19 | 8,285 | -795 | 1,988 | 0 |
| 03 Nov 18 | 8,047 | -436 | 1,600 | 0 |
| 04 Aug 18 | 8,101 | 130 | 1,701 | 0 |
| 05 May 18 | 8,287 | 192 | 1,791 | 0 |
| 03 Feb 18 | 8,547 | 230 | 2,041 | 0 |
| 28 Oct 17 | 8,768 | 349 | 2,298 | 0 |
| 29 Jul 17 | 8,738 | 341 | 2,300 | 0 |
| 29 Apr 17 | 8,682 | 346 | 2,276 | 0 |
| 28 Jan 17 | 7,965 | 305 | 1,862 | 0 |
| 29 Oct 16 | 9,088 | 392 | 2,212 | 0 |
| 30 Jul 16 | 9,145 | 397 | 2,171 | 0 |
| 30 Apr 16 | 9,275 | 395 | 2,143 | 0 |
| 30 Jan 16 | 9,364 | 403 | 2,102 | 0 |
| 31 Oct 15 | 9,315 | 399 | 2,038 | 0 |
| 01 Aug 15 | 9,391 | 400 | 2,007 | 0 |
Quality Earnings: GME has high quality earnings.
Growing Profit Margin: GME's current net profit margins (11.5%) are higher than last year (3.4%).
Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis
Past Earnings Growth Analysis
Earnings Trend: GME has become profitable over the past 5 years, growing earnings by 63.4% per year.
Accelerating Growth: GME's earnings growth over the past year (220.5%) exceeds its 5-year average (63.4% per year).
Earnings vs Industry: GME earnings growth over the past year (220.5%) exceeded the Specialty Retail industry -1.2%.
Return on Equity
High ROE: GME's Return on Equity (7.7%) is considered low.
Return on Assets
Return on Capital Employed
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/07 17:55 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/07 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/01/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2026/01/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
| Package | Data | Timeframe | Example US Source * |
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
GameStop Corp. is covered by 20 analysts. 0 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Edward Woo | Ascendiant Capital Markets LLC |
| Colin Sebastian | Baird |
| Michael Hickey | Benchmark Company |