GameStop CEO Shifts Tone in New TV Talk

The first time GameStop’s boss appeared on television after a confusing CNBC segment, he was noticeably more upbeat. He joined Fox Business’s “Making Money with Charles Payne” to discuss the company’s offer to buy eBay. The interview felt like a home game compared to his earlier awkward “Squawk Box” appearance. Cohen greeted Payne with smiles and laughed several times. He even said, “good to see you by the way. ” The timing helped; Fox Business aired in the afternoon, while CNBC’s show is early morning. Payne was very supportive, calling Cohen the “key” to the deal and criticizing Wall Street’s doubt. He compared the move to a team trading for a better quarterback.During the Fox interview, Cohen explained how the buyout could work. He mentioned “dilution that is accretive to earnings per share” and how he could improve eBay’s efficiency. He also pointed out that eBay’s board has paid large salaries and never bought back stock, implying a need for new leadership. Cohen still avoided some questions with a smile. When Payne asked about a story that said he “squandered goodwill, ” Cohen laughed, saying it was okay not to take it seriously. He repeated the line “we’ll see what happens, ” showing he was ready for uncertainty. The host touched on broader concerns, saying American capitalism is deteriorating. Cohen agreed and said he hopes the deal could help. As the interview ended, Payne wished him luck, noting that he remains a shareholder and still believes in the company.