GameStop’s stock has surged 10% this week, propelled by strong quarterly results that exceeded expectations. The company’s performance was driven by a significant increase in demand for both hardware and collectibles. This recent spike, however, prompts a question for investors: Is Upbound Group a more compelling investment opportunity now?
Upbound shows stronger revenue growth across key periods, better profitability, and a comparatively lower valuation than GameStop, indicating UPBD could be the preferable investment.
- UPBD’s quarterly revenue growth was 7.5%, versus GME’s -16.9%.
- Its Last 12 Months’ revenue growth was also 7.5%, ahead of GME’s -25.3%.
- UPBD leads on profitability over both periods — LTM margin of 5.9% and a 3-year average of 5.1%.
GME sells games and entertainment products via e-commerce and 4,573 stores across the U.S., Canada, Australia, and Europe under multiple brand names. UPBD provides lease-to-own options for household durable goods, operating about 1,846 locations across the U.S., Puerto Rico, and Mexico, including retail installment and Acima outlets.
Valuation & Performance Overview
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Historical Market Performance
No matter how good the numbers, stock investment is never a smooth ride. There is a risk you must factor in. Read UPBD Dip Buyer Analyses and GME Dip Buyer Analyses to see how these stocks have fallen and recovered in the past.