GameStop (NYSE: GME) has once again captured the spotlight, surging over 6% in Tuesday’s U.S. trading session to break the $35 mark, peaking at $35.80, with a staggering 32 million shares traded.
Fueled by a potent mix of cryptocurrency market momentum, institutional backing, and a resurgent retail investor community, the stock is now eyeing a near-term target of $45, with some analysts and traders speculating even loftier highs.
Here’s why GME is back in the driver’s seat of speculative markets.
A Perfect Storm: Crypto Rally and Institutional Confidence
GameStop’s meteoric rise is closely tied to the broader cryptocurrency market, which has seen Bitcoin (BTC) climb past $111,000 before settling near $110,000 in recent days.
As a company that has strategically pivoted to holding Bitcoin on its balance sheet, GameStop is riding the wave of crypto-fueled optimism.
The company’s bold move to allocate a portion of its $1.5 billion capital raise—closed in early April 2025—to Bitcoin acquisitions has positioned it as a unique hybrid of retail and crypto investment, appealing to both traditional and digital asset enthusiasts.
Adding firepower to the rally, Deutsche Bank AG disclosed in a recent SEC filing that it significantly increased its stake in GameStop during Q4 2024, signaling growing institutional confidence.
This move has lent credibility to GME’s upward trajectory, with posts on X highlighting institutional players like Vanguard, BlackRock, Jane Street, D.E. Shaw, and Morgan Stanley also boosting their positions.
“$GME just became institutional catnip,” one X user posted, reflecting the sentiment that big players are no longer dismissing the stock as a mere meme.
Retail Investors Fuel the Fire
The return of retail investor enthusiasm, reminiscent of the 2021 meme stock frenzy, is a key driver of GME’s surge.
The reappearance of “Roaring Kitty,” the pseudonymous investor who sparked the original GameStop rally, has reignited the passion of retail traders.
Posts on X show traders buzzing with excitement, with one user, @AlgoXAustin, proclaiming, “$GME THIS IS THE COMEBACK OF THE CENTURY ” and citing Roaring Kitty’s return to Reddit as a catalyst.
The user also noted “insane volume” and short interest heating up, with bullish calls targeting $45, $68, and even $100 post-earnings.
Retail sentiment is further amplified by the performance of the GME memecoin, which has soared roughly 50% over the past week.
This crypto counterpart has become a speculative proxy for GameStop’s stock, feeding into the broader narrative of a “meme economy.”
Traders on X are also pointing to technical signals, such as a “gamma ramp” forming above $35, which could trigger a “gamma vortex” if the stock pushes into the $40 range, forcing short sellers to cover and driving prices higher.
Technical Breakout and Bullish Catalysts
From a technical perspective, GameStop’s breakout above its 200-week simple moving average (SMA) signals a shift in market structure.
The stock has cleared key resistance levels, including the golden ratio at $30 and the January peak at $34.50, with strong momentum and volume supporting the uptrend.
Analysts now see $45 as the next Fibonacci resistance level, with $48 and even $65 as potential targets if bullish sentiment holds.
The company’s financial maneuvers have also bolstered investor confidence. GameStop’s $1.5 billion bond offering, completed in April 2025, has provided ample liquidity to support its Bitcoin strategy and general corporate purposes.
Additionally, CEO Ryan Cohen’s purchase of $10.7 million in GME stock in early April underscores insider optimism, further fueling bullish sentiment.
“Cohen’s buy is a signal—he’s not just talking the talk; he’s walking it,” one X user commented, pointing to the insider purchase as a vote of confidence.
Speculation and Risks on the Horizon
While the bullish case for GameStop is compelling, the stock’s rally is not without risks.
The company’s fundamentals remain under scrutiny, with critics arguing that its core retail business struggles amid store closures and a shifting gaming industry.
The heavy reliance on Bitcoin’s performance introduces volatility, as evidenced by BTC’s recent $600 million liquidation event after a sharp rally and pullback.
Moreover, the high short interest, while a boon for potential short squeezes, could lead to violent price swings if sentiment shifts.
Despite these risks, the speculative fervor shows no signs of slowing.
Posts on X suggest that macro factors, such as China’s recent liquidity measures, could further support risk assets like GME.
“China just fired a liquidity cannon,” one user noted, implying that global monetary easing could sustain the rally in speculative stocks and cryptocurrencies.
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What’s Next for GameStop?
With GameStop now trading above $35 and backed by 32 million in daily volume, the path to $45 appears within reach.
Technical indicators, institutional backing, and retail enthusiasm create a potent mix that could drive the stock higher in the near term.
However, traders should remain vigilant, as the stock’s volatility and dependence on broader market sentiment—particularly in the crypto space—could lead to sharp corrections.
For now, GameStop remains a lightning rod for both opportunity and risk, embodying the chaotic energy of the meme stock era.
As one X user put it, “This ain’t a bounce. It’s a full-blown saga.”
Whether GME can sustain its momentum and reach the $45 target—or beyond—will depend on the interplay of institutional moves, retail hype, and the unpredictable crypto market.
But I’m curious to know what you think — leave your thoughts below.
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Great article Frank!
Thanks for checking out the article! GameStop’s resurgence is fascinating, especially with the mix of crypto momentum and retail investor enthusiasm. Do you think this is just the beginning for GME, or are there underlying risks that could derail this rally? I’d love to hear your thoughts on what the future holds for both GameStop and the meme stock phenomenon!