Traders are doubtful Cohen's GameStop can pull off monster eBay acquisition

Prediction markets traders aren't confident in GameStop's ability to take over eBay, according to contracts launched on Monday. Traders on Kalshi give GameStop just a 26% chance to pull off the acquisition in 2026, though total trading volume on the new contract was low at just over $2,000. GameStop announced on Sunday that it was making a play to acquire the online marketplace in a cash-and-stock deal that valued the company at $55.5 billion. …