GameStop Proposes $55.5B eBay Buyout at $125, Investor Burry Exits
EBAY•GameStop launched a non-binding $55.5 billion proposal to buy eBay at $125 per share in a 50/50 cash-stock split. Noted investor Michael Burry dumped his entire GameStop stake on concerns over deal leverage, signaling potential investor caution that could pressure eBay equity.
1. Acquisition Proposal Details
GameStop unveiled a non-binding bid to acquire eBay for $125 per share, valuing the deal at $55.5 billion and offering a mix of 50% cash and 50% stock. The proposal includes plans for GameStop’s executive chairman to lead the combined retailer if the transaction succeeds.
2. Investor Reaction and Leverage Concerns
Michael Burry sold his entire GameStop stake shortly after the bid announcement, citing the deal’s leverage requirements as incompatible with his investment strategy. His exit underscores growing investor skepticism that could reverberate through eBay’s shareholder base.
