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eBay has partnered with Funko to launch exclusive collectibles, starting with the Vinyl GOLD™ series. This collaboration enhances eBay's appeal to collectors by offering unique items directly on its platform. With millions of Funko sales last year, the partnership aims to meet the demands of dedicated fans. The platform will feature additional collectible releases later this year. eBay’s commitment to the collectibles market is further exemplified by enhancements like the Authenticity Guarantee and the eBay vault.

eBay reported Q2 2022 revenue of $2.4 billion, a 9% decline year-over-year. Gross Merchandise Volume (GMV) reached $18.5 billion, down 18%. The company experienced a GAAP net loss of $536 million and a GAAP EPS loss of $(0.96). Non-GAAP net income was $554 million with an EPS of $0.99. eBay returned over $1.4 billion to shareholders through share repurchases and dividends. Despite challenges, eBay is focused on growth in payments and advertising, and plans to make strategic investments, including closing its Turkish marketplace.

eBay expands its Authenticity Guarantee service to include fine jewelry, collaborating with the Gemological Institute of America (GIA). Starting from July 20, 2022, eligible jewelry items priced at $500 or more will be authenticated. This marks the service's fifth category, enhancing luxury shopping experiences. GIA experts will perform multi-point inspections to verify quality and condition. eBay aims to authenticate over five million items in two years, tapping into a growing market with significant sales growth in top brands like Bvlgari and Cartier.

eBay has acquired KnownOrigin, a leading NFT marketplace, to enhance its digital collectibles offerings. The deal, finalized on June 22, 2022, aims to empower NFT creators and buyers and solidifies eBay's position in the growing NFT market. KnownOrigin's technology enables unique digital collectibles and has seen significant growth since its inception in 2018. This acquisition is part of eBay's tech-led reimagination strategy, which has already improved user experiences. Further transaction details have not been disclosed.

eBay Inc. (NASDAQ: EBAY) announced on June 20, 2022, the upcoming closure of its Turkish marketplace GittiGidiyor, which it acquired in 2011. The decision was influenced by competitive market dynamics. Sellers can no longer list items starting June 20, and buyers will stop making purchases by July 18, 2022. Access to accounts remains until September 5, 2022. Despite the closure, eBay expects no material impact on Q2 or full year results, as GittiGidiyor accounted for approximately 4 million active buyers as of Q1 2022.

eBay has launched eBay Live, a new interactive shopping platform that combines live entertainment with instant purchasing. The inaugural event on June 22, 2022, features trading card expert DJ Skee and the top eBay seller Bleecker Trading, showcasing rare trading cards like the 1995 Topps Michael Jordan. Accessible via the eBay app, the platform allows users to engage in real-time buying and chatting. This initiative aims to enhance the shopping experience for collectors while solidifying eBay's position as a leader in the collectibles market.

eBay has launched the eBay vault, a 31,000 square foot, 24/7 secured facility for collectors of graded trading cards valued at $750 or more. This digital marketplace allows for streamlined asset management and instant transaction capabilities without the need for shipping or re-authentication. By 2023, the vault will expand to include more collectibles and is projected to hold up to $3 billion in assets. The service promises benefits such as authentication, insurance, and fractional ownership for collectors.

eBay has announced the launch of its first NFT collection in collaboration with OneOf, an eco-friendly NFT platform. This exclusive series features 3D and animated collectibles of renowned athletes, starting with Wayne Gretzky, priced from $10. The collection comprises 13 limited-edition NFTs, available in tiered editions ranging from 299 to just 15. eBay aims to enhance accessibility of NFTs for new collectors and capitalize on the growing market for collectibles, combining its vast inventory with innovative blockchain technology. Additional NFT drops are expected throughout 2022.

eBay is launching its first sneaker pop-up store, Wear 'Em Out Store, in Los Angeles from May 27-29, rewarding shoppers with discounts of up to 70% for wearing their purchases out of the store. The store showcases exclusive styles, including the Jordan 1 Retro High and Yeezy Boost 700. This initiative aims to encourage sneakerheads to wear their kicks instead of hoarding them, based on a survey indicating most sneaker collectors wear less than half of their collection. The store's curated selection involves input from celebrity sneaker collector Offset.