Once a struggling brick-and-mortar retailer, GameStop is now swinging for a much bigger stage. GameStop (NYSE: GME) CEO Ryan Cohen made his move, announcing the intended acquisition of eBay (NASDAQ: EBAY), but now faces many challenges.
The primary challenge is execution, as integrating the two platforms will not be easy. The real question is whether eBay accepts the offer or if the move turns hostile, an event likely to kill the company’s culture and increase the risks.
