GameStop stock rises amid retail investor resurgence
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: 07 Jan 26
Source: Benzinga
GameStop Corp's stock increased by 5.03% as it crossed above the 20-day SMA, reflecting a positive trend in retail investing.
This surge is attributed to the significant resurgence of retail investors, who accounted for a record 35% of total U.S. equity trading volume during periods of high volatility, indicating a shift in market dynamics. The increased participation of retail investors has compelled institutional investors to reassess their strategies, contributing to the stock's upward movement.
The implications of this trend suggest that GameStop's stock may continue to benefit from the growing influence of retail investors, as they play a crucial role in shaping market activity and sentiment.
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About GME
GameStop Corp. offers games and entertainment products through its stores and ecommerce platforms. The Company operates in four geographic segments: United States, Canada, Australia and Europe. Each segment consists primarily of retail operations, with the significant majority focused on games, entertainment products and technology. The Company has a total of approximately 3,203 stores across all of its segments: 2,325 in the United States, 193 in Canada, 374 in Australia, and 311 in Europe. Its stores and ecommerce sites operate primarily under the names GameStop, EB Games and Micromania. Its Australia and Europe segments also include 38 pop culture-themed stores selling collectibles, apparel, gadgets, electronics, toys and other retail products for technology enthusiasts and general consumers in international markets operating under the Zing Pop Culture brand. Its retail stores are generally located in strip centers, shopping malls and pedestrian areas.
About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
