TOTAL VOLUME:
$147.2b
24H VOL:
$135,728,420
24H TRANSACTIONS:
2,797,847,289
OPEN INTEREST:
$1,765,422,511
511,234
Markets across
38,416
events
MATCHED EVENTS:
2,849
PLATFORM COVERAGE:
5
Polymarket:
38%
VS.
Kalshi:
62%
$
This market tracks the probability of GameStop acquiring eBay, as determined by whether an official announcement is made regarding the acquisition, merger, or ongoing acquisition of eBay by GameStop. Currently, the consensus probability of this occurring is 6.5%, with the second most probable outcome – an announcement of acquisition before January 1, 2027 – at 6.0%. This aggregated view combines data from Polymarket and Kalshi, and will resolve based on official information from eBay and GameStop. Keep an eye on December 31, 2026, 11:59 PM ET, as that is the deadline for an announcement to trigger a “Yes” resolution.
This market will resolve to "Yes" if it is officially announced that eBay will be, has been, or is being acquired by or merged with GameStop, by December 31, 2026, 11:59 PM ET. Otherwise, this market will resolve to "No". Mergers or acquisitions involving eBay or its parent company, eBay Inc., and GameStop or its parent company (if applicable), will qualify. An announcement by eBay or GameStop within this market's timeframe will qualify for a "Yes" resolution, regardless of whether or when the announced acquisition/merger actually occurs. Announcements of partial sales may count, as long as GameStop acquires a controlling interest in eBay. A “controlling interest” refers to a change in ownership sufficient to control the company’s strategic decisions (typically more than 50% of equity, or equivalent control via voting and governance rights). Transactions or investments that do not result in a transfer of controlling interest will not count. The primary resolution source for this market will be official information from eBay and GameStop; however, a consensus of credible reporting may also be used.
If GameStop announces an agreement to acquire eBay before Jan 1, 2027, then the market resolves to Yes.
Prediction market odds often provide a different perspective than traditional analyst forecasts. Analysts may be influenced by biases or company affiliations, while this market reflects the collective wisdom of traders who have ‘skin in the game’. Currently, the implied probability of a GameStop acquisition of eBay, as reflected in this market, may differ from the consensus view of financial analysts covering these companies. This difference can be valuable for informed decision-making, as prediction markets have historically been shown to be surprisingly accurate at forecasting real-world events.
On Polymarket, this market is priced based on the specific trading activity and user base of that platform, while Kalshi has its own distinct set of traders and liquidity. Polymarket and Kalshi can show different implied probabilities for the same outcome because of liquidity, fee structure, participant mix, and how each venue defines the contract. These differences in participation and information access can lead to varying probabilities for the same event. Additionally, each platform may have slightly different rules or fee structures that influence trading behavior. The spread between the two platforms is currently 1.5, indicating a degree of disagreement among traders on the likelihood of the acquisition.
This market resolves around Jan 1, 2027, with the outcome confirmed once the event is verifiable from credible public reporting. Resolution will be based on whether GameStop publicly announces the acquisition of eBay before the resolution date. Any official announcement from either company, confirmed by major financial news outlets, will determine the outcome of this market. The market will close and payouts will be distributed based on whether the acquisition was announced within the specified timeframe.
Several factors could significantly impact this market. A major announcement from either GameStop or eBay regarding strategic partnerships, financial performance, or acquisition targets would likely cause price movement. Unexpected regulatory hurdles or antitrust concerns could also shift the odds. Positive or negative news regarding GameStop's financial health and ability to fund an acquisition, or a change in eBay’s openness to being acquired, would be key catalysts. Any substantial shifts in market sentiment driven by these events will be reflected in the trading volume and probabilities within this market.