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EBay rejects GameStop's $55.5 billion takeover bid, calling it "neither credible nor attractive"

EBay on Tuesday said it is rejecting GameStop's $55.5 billion takeover bid, calling the offer "neither credible nor attractive."

EBay rejects GameStop's $55.5 billion takeover bid, calling it "neither credible nor attractive"

TL;DR

  • EBay rejected GameStop's $55.5 billion takeover bid.
  • EBay cited concerns about financing, leverage, and operational risks.
  • GameStop offered $125 per share in cash and stock.
  • GameStop currently owns a 5% stake in EBay.
  • GameStop's market capitalization is significantly smaller than EBay's.