Gamestop Corp Stock Price, News & Analysis

GameStop Corp. (NYSE: GME) announced it will report its second quarter fiscal 2020 earnings results after the market closes on September 9, 2020. An investor conference call will follow at 5:00 PM ET to discuss the financial results. This call can be accessed via the company's investor relations page. GameStop operates over 5,000 stores globally, focusing on video game retail and collectibles, including POP! vinyl figures. The company's comprehensive buy-sell-trade program allows gamers to trade consoles and games for cash or credit.

GameStop announced a new policy requiring all customers to wear face coverings in its U.S. stores, effective July 27, 2020. This decision aims to ensure the safety of customers and employees amid the COVID-19 pandemic. CEO George Sherman emphasized that the health and well-being of all individuals are the company's top priority. GameStop is also providing options for online shopping and curbside service for customers unable to wear masks. The company operates around 5,300 stores globally, offering a wide range of video games, consoles, and collectibles.

GameStop Corp. announced the expiration of its Exchange Offer for $414.6 million of 6.75% Senior Notes due 2021, resulting in the valid tendering of $216.4 million or 52.20% of existing notes. The settlement for the new 10.00% Senior Secured Notes due 2023 is expected on July 6, 2020. Consents for proposed amendments to the indenture governing existing notes have been obtained, allowing the new notes to be issued. The Exchange Offer is not available in jurisdictions where it may not comply with local laws.

Game Informer announces the departure of Editor-in-Chief Andy McNamara, who is leaving after 29 years to pursue a new opportunity in the video game industry. Andy Reiner, a veteran executive editor for 26 years, has been appointed as the new Editor-in-Chief. Under McNamara's leadership, Game Informer grew from a bi-monthly magazine with 60,000 subscribers to a leading brand with millions of subscribers. The publication also launched its online edition in 2010, now the world's number one digital magazine.

GameStop Corp. announced that as of June 17, 2020, $208.77 million (50.36%) of its Existing Notes have been validly tendered in the ongoing Exchange Offer. The Company has entered into a supplemental indenture to implement Proposed Amendments for the Existing Notes. The Early Tender Date for the exchange of $414.6 million in 6.75% Senior Notes due 2021 has been extended to July 1, 2020. Participation is limited to qualified institutional buyers or non-U.S. persons who meet specific eligibility requirements.

GameStop Corp. (NYSE: GME) held its 2020 Annual Meeting of Stockholders on June 12, 2020, announcing the election of ten directors. New board members include nominees Kurtis Wolf and Paul Evans from Hestia Capital and Permit Capital. The Board, now comprising ten members, sees the retirement of several longstanding members including Daniel DeMatteo. Kathy Vrabeck has been appointed as Chair of the Board. The company will file the official voting results with the SEC within four business days, emphasizing its ongoing commitment to stockholder value and a stable leadership structure.

GameStop Corp. (GME) reported first-quarter net sales of $1.021 billion, with a 17% decline in comparable store sales, excluding COVID-19 closures. E-commerce sales surged 519%, reflecting an increased focus on online shopping during the pandemic. Despite a net loss of $165.7 million, the company ended the quarter with $570 million in cash, a 43% reduction in inventory, and a 54% decline in accounts payable compared to last year. GameStop is cautiously optimistic about future sales growth as new gaming consoles and software titles are expected to launch.

GameStop Corp. (NYSE: GME) announced a private exchange offer for $414.6 million of its 6.75% Senior Notes due 2021. The company aims to replace these with 10.00% Senior Secured Notes maturing in 2023, providing financial flexibility. Validly tendering holders will receive $1,000 in new notes for each $1,000 in existing notes. The offer expires on July 1, 2020, with an early tender date of June 17, 2020. The new notes are secured by first and second-priority liens on assets, and the exchange is contingent on a consent solicitation to remove restrictive covenants.

GameStop Corp. (NYSE: GME) released preliminary unaudited financial results for Q1 2020, revealing a projected global sales decline of 33% to 35%, with comparable store sales decreasing by approximately 30% to 31%. Approximately 76% of its international stores faced temporary closures due to COVID-19, but U.S. locations that offered curbside pickup exceeded sales plans. Cash from operations is expected to be approximately ($49) million, an improvement from ($665) million year-over-year. The company holds around $570 million in cash and expects liquidity to be sufficient for ongoing operations.