Five Below vs. GameStop: Which Retailer Stock Is a Better Buy for 2027?

The article compares Five Below and GameStop as investment options for 2027. Five Below demonstrates strong growth with 22.9% revenue increase, impressive unit economics, and 18% same-store sales growth, while GameStop shows financial stability with a strong cash position and successful pivot toward collectibles (45% of sales). The analyst recommends Five Below for long-term investors despite its higher P/E ratio, citing its superior growth profile and retail execution.

11/11/2026, 5:30 PM • The Motley Fool

Registration Opens for Brand Licensing Expo 2027 as World's Leading Licensing Event Debuts New Identity

Brand Licensing Expo (formerly Licensing Expo) opens registration for its 2027 event scheduled for May 25-27 in Las Vegas, featuring 265+ confirmed exhibitors. The event rebrands to better reflect the global licensing industry's growth and introduces enhanced networking, education tracks, and ticketing options. The global licensing industry reached $389.8 billion, with major brands like Netflix, Sony, Nintendo, Mattel, and LEGO participating.

11/10/2026, 3:00 AM • GlobeNewswire

Advance Auto Parts vs. GameStop: Do Cars or Collectibles Make for a Better Buy for 2027?

The article compares Advance Auto Parts and GameStop as investment options for 2027. Advance Auto Parts is undergoing a turnaround with mixed results, facing challenges from weak DIY demand and competition, while GameStop has pivoted successfully toward collectibles and trading cards, generating strong profitability. GameStop emerges as the better long-term buy despite Advance Auto Parts' lower P/S ratio, due to GameStop's superior financial metrics, cash position, and momentum in its business transformation.

11/02/2026, 12:00 PM • The Motley Fool

Should You Buy These 4 Video Game Stocks Before GTA 6 Arrives?

With Grand Theft Auto VI launching on November 19, 2026, the article analyzes four video game stocks to determine which offer the best investment opportunity. Take-Two Interactive, the publisher of GTA VI, is positioned as the primary beneficiary with strong growth expectations. Nintendo, Roblox, and Sony are also examined, with varying recommendations based on their competitive positioning and financial outlooks in light of GTA VI's release.

10/18/2026, 3:05 PM • The Motley Fool

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, Campbell’s, Nintendo Rank No. 1 in Their Industries for Newsweek’s World’s Most Trustworthy Companies 2026

Newsweek announced its fourth annual World's Most Trustworthy Companies ranking, recognizing 1,000 companies across 20 countries based on customer, employee, and investor trust. Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, Campbell's, Nintendo, Samsung SDS, Linde, Clorox, and Tesco ranked No. 1 in their respective industries. The ranking evaluated over 65,000 survey participants and 200,000 company evaluations across three trust dimensions.

09/10/2026, 4:00 PM • GlobeNewswire

Is the Memory Rally Still Alive After the Semiconductor Sell-Off?

Despite a $2.7 trillion market cap wipeout in semiconductors last week driven by fears over rising hardware costs and CapEx concerns, the structural rally in memory chip makers remains intact. The PHLX Semiconductor Index is still up 11% monthly and 99% year-to-date, with memory chip shortages forecast through 2028. Micron Technology exemplifies the sector's strength, gaining over 750% in 52 weeks with 1,358% YoY earnings growth and 85% gross margins.

07/02/2026, 9:14 AM • Investing

How the Memory Shortage Is Crushing the Gaming Industry

A global memory shortage driven by AI training demand is squeezing gaming companies. DRAM and NAND memory costs have doubled, forcing console manufacturers like Nintendo and Sony to raise prices and delay new releases. Game developers like Take-Two face softer launch prospects as expensive consoles price out consumers.

06/04/2026, 11:31 AM • Investing

3 Stocks I Plan to Hold for the Next 20 Years

The article recommends three high-quality stocks suitable for 20-year holding periods: Nintendo, a durable gaming brand with strong hardware sales and high-margin game franchises; Oscar Health, a tech-enabled health insurance provider rapidly gaining market share; and Adyen, a payments processing company with superior execution and growing enterprise adoption. All three stocks are currently trading at significant discounts from their highs, presenting potential long-term value opportunities.

05/24/2026, 11:30 PM • The Motley Fool

S&P 500 Valuation Looks Stretched as Inflation Reprices Rate-Cut Odds

Hot inflation data (April PPI up 1.4% vs 0.5% consensus) has forced markets to reprice lower rate-cut expectations, pressuring equities and extending Treasury yields to 4.475%. While semiconductor stocks rallied on Trump's Beijing summit and memory pricing strength, the broader market faces stretched valuations with asymmetric earnings reaction patterns favoring misses over beats. Kevin Warsh is set to become Fed chair amid the worst macro moment for establishing credibility.

05/13/2026, 12:22 PM • Investing

Did Nintendo Just Say Checkmate to Disney?

Nintendo is expanding into entertainment with its Super Mario Galaxy Movie on track to gross over $1 billion, positioning itself as a direct competitor to Disney in the family-friendly entertainment space. While Nintendo plans annual movie releases and theme park expansions to drive gaming hardware sales, Disney's core business remains stable with growing streaming and theme park revenues. Nintendo appears to have stronger momentum, making it the better stock buy currently, though Disney's business is not in decline.

04/11/2026, 5:05 AM • The Motley Fool

The Great Rotation Is Creating a Once-in-a-Decade Buying Opportunity for This Growth Stock

As AI spending pullbacks reduce memory chip prices, Nintendo is positioned for significant growth. The Switch 2 is the fastest-selling console ever, and with input cost concerns easing, the company can focus on expanding its gaming and entertainment empire through new games, movies, and theme parks. Despite strong fundamentals, Nintendo stock remains 43% below its highs, presenting a buying opportunity.

04/02/2026, 7:33 AM • The Motley Fool

GameStop Revenue Is Down. Should Investors Consider Buying the Famous Meme Stock on the Dip?

GameStop reported Q4 fiscal 2025 revenue down 14.1% year-over-year to $1.1 billion, but posted impressive 63% adjusted earnings-per-share growth to $0.49. With $9 billion in cash and a market cap of $10.3 billion, the company has transformed into a holding company under CEO Ryan Cohen rather than a traditional video game retailer. Investment thesis now depends on faith in Cohen's acquisition and transformation strategy rather than gaming retail performance.

03/31/2026, 2:05 PM • The Motley Fool

Can Take-Two Interactive Stock Beat the Market?

Take-Two Interactive stock has underperformed the market, down 17% in 2026 and only up 15% over five years compared to the S&P 500's 80.5% gain. However, the November 2026 launch of Grand Theft Auto VI is expected to be a major catalyst for growth, with the game positioned to dominate the market and deliver significant returns for investors over the next five years.

03/04/2026, 12:30 PM • The Motley Fool

Immersive Technology in Gaming Industry Analysis Report 2026: $66.59 Bn Market Opportunities, Trends, Competitive Landscape, Strategies, and Forecasts, 2020-2025, 2025-2030F, 2035F

The immersive gaming market is projected to grow from $18.37 billion in 2025 to $66.59 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 29.3%. Growth drivers include VR/AR innovations, 5G deployment, metaverse investments, and AI-driven games. Asia-Pacific is expected to lead future growth, while North America currently dominates. Major players include Sony, Microsoft, Apple, and Epic Games.

02/13/2026, 5:51 AM • GlobeNewswire

When AI Starts Building the Game

Google's Project Genie AI game design tool sparked a market sell-off in gaming stocks, raising concerns about disruption to game engines and platforms. However, analysts argue the technology is still limited and may actually benefit established platforms with distribution control and quality gatekeeping. Meanwhile, PayPal's CEO departure signals board dissatisfaction, though the stock's valuation at 8.5x earnings presents a potential value opportunity.

02/11/2026, 12:14 PM • The Motley Fool