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eBay Inc. reports news about its global online marketplace, which connects buyers and sellers through commerce categories that include fashion, recommerce, consumer-to-consumer selling and automotive listings. Company updates commonly cover gross merchandise volume, revenue, operating margins, marketplace activity, advertising and transaction-based monetization, and capital returns through dividends and share repurchases.
Recurring developments also include seller and buyer experience initiatives, resale integrations with commerce and payments partners, curated marketplace programs, digital showroom launches, governance matters, shareholder voting topics and capital-structure disclosures. The company’s news flow reflects both operating performance and the evolution of its marketplace model across domestic and international commerce.
eBay (Nasdaq: EBAY) announced that its Board of Directors has rejected GameStop's unsolicited, non-binding acquisition proposal after a detailed review with financial and legal advisors.
The Board found the proposal "neither credible nor attractive," citing eBay's standalone prospects, uncertainty around GameStop's financing, potential leverage and operational risks, leadership structure concerns, valuation implications, and GameStop's governance and executive incentives. eBay's Board reaffirmed confidence in the company's current strategy, long-term growth outlook, and ongoing capital returns to shareholders.
Hertz Car Sales (HTZ) launched a dedicated digital showroom on eBay, listing more than 8,000 Hertz Certified near-new vehicles. Listings use eBay Secure Purchase with payment, financing, registration, transport options and up to $100,000 Vehicle Purchase Protection. Certified cars include a 12-month/12,000-mile limited warranty and a 7-day buy-back guarantee.
The move expands Hertz’s retail channel reach, targets in-market shoppers on a major marketplace, and offers an end-to-end online purchase experience for near-new inventory.
eBay (Nasdaq: EBAY) confirmed receipt of an unsolicited, non-binding acquisition proposal from GameStop on May 4, 2026. The eBay Board, with financial and legal advisors, will review the proposal focusing on value to eBay shareholders, including the offered GameStop stock consideration.
Shareholders are advised to take no action at this time; the company cited its full year 2025 results and recent first quarter 2026 earnings as context and does not intend to comment further until the Board finishes its review.
GameStop (NYSE: GME) submitted a non-binding proposal to acquire eBay (NASDAQ: EBAY) for $125.00 per share, payable 50% cash / 50% GameStop stock. Aggregate undiluted equity value is ~$55.5 billion. GameStop holds a ~5% economic stake and will file a Schedule 13D and HSR notice.
GameStop plans ~$2.0 billion of annualized cost reductions within 12 months and projects eBay GAAP EPS rising from $4.26 to $7.79 in year one on cost saves. Funding cited: ~$9.4B cash/liquid investments and a TD Securities letter for up to $20B.
eBay (Nasdaq: EBAY) reported Q1 2026 results with revenue $3.1B (+19% as-reported; +17% FX-neutral) and GMV $22.2B (+18% as-reported; +14% FX-neutral). GAAP EPS was $1.12 and non-GAAP EPS was $1.66. Operating cash flow was $970M and free cash flow $898M. The company returned $639M to shareholders and announced a definitive agreement to acquire Depop for approximately $1.2B.
eBay provided Q2 2026 guidance: revenue $2.97–$3.03B, GMV $21.3–$21.7B, GAAP EPS $1.09–$1.14, non-GAAP EPS $1.46–$1.51.
eBay (NASDAQ:EBAY) launched The NYC Edit on March 26, 2026, an editorial guide showcasing what 10 New York tastemakers are buying and selling on eBay.
The initiative highlights vintage and in-demand fashion, links to curator storefronts at ebay.com/nycedit, and includes an in-person market in April. eBay cites 135 million active users, >$10 billion fashion GMV in 2025, and 10% U.S. fashion GMV growth year-over-year in 2025.
Klarna (EBAY partnership) expanded its embedded resell integration with eBay to six new markets: Australia, Belgium, Canada, Ireland, Poland and Switzerland. Eligible purchases in the Klarna app can be listed on eBay in a few taps with images and descriptions auto-filled from purchase data.
Since launch in December 2024, Klarna users have created more than one million eBay listings via the app, with strong engagement in automotive parts, accessories and fashion, supporting growth in circular commerce.
eBay (Nasdaq: EBAY) will acquire Depop from Etsy for approximately $1.2 billion in cash, subject to purchase price adjustments, in a deal expected to close in Q2 2026 pending regulatory approvals. Depop reported ~$1 billion GMS in 2025, 7 million active buyers and strong U.S. growth.
The acquisition aims to deepen eBay's C2C fashion presence, reach younger Gen Z and Millennial consumers, and leverage cross-listing, shipping, and authentication capabilities to scale Depop globally while Etsy focuses on its core marketplace.
eBay (Nasdaq: EBAY) reported strong Q4 and full-year 2025 results, with Q4 revenue of $3.0B (+15% as-reported, +13% FX-neutral) and GMV of $21.2B (+10%). GAAP diluted EPS from continuing operations was $1.14 in Q4; non-GAAP EPS was $1.41. eBay returned $756M to stockholders in Q4 and declared a $0.31 quarterly dividend; the Board authorized an incremental $2.0B repurchase authorization. The company also announced a definitive agreement to acquire Depop for approximately $1.2B, expected to close in Q2 2026, subject to approvals.
Leandra Medine Cohen is selling more than 30 pre-loved fashion pieces exclusively on eBay as part of the platform's From the Collection series. The auction runs through December 18, 2025, with bidding starting at $0.99 per item. Featured items include a 2010s Dolce & Gabbana slip dress, Tom Ford 'Whitney' heels, and pieces from Celine, Prada, Maison Margiela, and Dries Van Noten.
Proceeds from the sale will benefit Sharsheret, a nonprofit supporting women and families affected by breast and ovarian cancer. Follow @ebay on Instagram and TikTok for auction details.