This Friday, the game retailer’s shares fell more than 20%, after having risen 105.20% during the week. All this, waiting for Roaring Kitty.
GameStop Stock Trims Skyrocket This Week Awaits Roaring Kitty
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Keith Gill is back in the financial spotlight this week, continuing a trend that began in May when he posted on the social network ‘X’, formerly known as ‘Twitter’, an image showing a man standing up from a chair, adopting an active posture. This post was enough for GameStop shares skyrocket by 74% in a single dayas investors interpreted the gesture as an indication that Gill was again buying shares in the company.
This Friday, the game retailer’s shares they cut more than 20%, after having risen 105.20% in the week. All this, waiting for Roaring Kitty.
It should be remembered that on Monday of this week, GameStop experienced a significant increase in its stock market value after a Reddit post by Gill, who revealed an investment of $116 million in the company. The post included a screenshot showing five million shares and 120,000 call options, which quickly attracted market attention and speculation.
“Although the authenticity of the screenshot has not been verified, the enthusiasm and trust that Gill generates in the retail investor community was enough to trigger a wave of buying. This phenomenon highlights the importance of social networks and the influential figures in the dynamics of the stock market,” comments Antonio Ernesto Di Giacomo, analyst at xs.com.
What’s behind the rise of GameStop
In addition to his Reddit post, Gill shared another image on ‘X’, further amplifying the attention on GameStop. “The combination of these posts sparked a frenzy of interest and activity among investors, similar to what happened in early 2021 when GameStop stock was massively boosted by Reddit users.”
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However, this renewed interest in GameStop also has led financial analysts to issue warnings. Experts highlight the possible risks of such investments, which are highly volatile and can result in significant losses for unsuspecting investors. Market volatility not only affects individual investors, but can also influence the overall stability of the financial market, raising concerns about possible long-term repercussions.
“In conclusion, although this situation has significantly increased GameStop’s market capitalization, it also poses significant risks and challenges. It is essential that investors remain informed and cautious regarding the inherent volatility of these investments to protect their interests and contribute to the stability of the financial market in general,” concludes Di Giacomo.
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