Wall Street Indexes Traded Down On Monday as Quarterly Results Take Center Stage

Barry Adams
26 Jan, 2026
New York City

World markets traded higher as investors in Asia and Europe overlooked another wave of military and tariff threats emanating from the U.S.

After last week's volatile trading, world markets adjusted to shifting geopolitical risks and elevated trade frictions. 

Increasingly, global investors are bypassing U.S. assets and funneling capital to markets in Europe, China, and India as "Sell America" sentiment dominates. 

Geopolitical tensions subsided after the U.S. president was forced to back down from his threats to take over Greenland, if necessary by force. 

But tensions rose in the Middle East as the U.S. prepared to conduct coordinated aerial attacks in Iran, targeting its nuclear facilities.

Rising U.S.-Iran tensions and friction between Europe and the U.S. over Greenland's sovereignty also contributed to market jitters, driving precious metals to new record highs.  

Gold crossed $5,100 an ounce and extended 2026's rise to 18% as investors worried about a possible U.S. government shutdown and persistent rise in federal government debt.  

The safe haven and investment demand drove silver to a record high of $108 an ounce and extended this year's gains to 45%.

On the economic front, the Federal Reserve is set to announce its rate decisions on Wednesday, and investors are estimating policymakers to hold rates stable amid macroeconomic uncertainties. 

This week at least 90 companies are set to announce their quarterly results, including results from Meta, Apple, IBM, Microsoft, Tesla, UnitedHealth Group, Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Caterpillar. 

Investors are holding out for leading technology and financial services providers to surpass market expectations and may provide deeper insights into the inner workings of the economy. 

U.S. Movers 

USA Rare Earth surged 35% to $33.61 on reports that the U.S. federal government is likely to acquire a stake in the mining company. 

The news was first reported by Reuters and the Financial Times, citing sources that the Trump administration is considering taking a 10% stake in the company. 

Apple rose 0.7% to $249.66, Microsoft decreased 0.5% to $464.80, IBM fell 0.3% to $291.75, Visa rose 0.03% to $326.27, and Mastercard gained 0.2% to $525.80. 

Wall Street Indexes Traded Down On Monday as Quarterly Results Take Center Stage

Barry Adams
26 Jan, 2026
New York City

World markets traded higher as investors in Asia and Europe overlooked another wave of military and tariff threats emanating from the U.S.

After last week's volatile trading, world markets adjusted to shifting geopolitical risks and elevated trade frictions. 

Increasingly, global investors are bypassing U.S. assets and funneling capital to markets in Europe, China, and India as "Sell America" sentiment dominates. 

Geopolitical tensions subsided after the U.S. president was forced to back down from his threats to take over Greenland, if necessary by force. 

But tensions rose in the Middle East as the U.S. prepared to conduct coordinated aerial attacks in Iran, targeting its nuclear facilities.

Rising U.S.-Iran tensions and friction between Europe and the U.S. over Greenland's sovereignty also contributed to market jitters, driving precious metals to new record highs.  

Gold crossed $5,100 an ounce and extended 2026's rise to 18% as investors worried about a possible U.S. government shutdown and persistent rise in federal government debt.  

The safe haven and investment demand drove silver to a record high of $108 an ounce and extended this year's gains to 45%.

On the economic front, the Federal Reserve is set to announce its rate decisions on Wednesday, and investors are estimating policymakers to hold rates stable amid macroeconomic uncertainties. 

This week at least 90 companies are set to announce their quarterly results, including results from Meta, Apple, IBM, Microsoft, Tesla, UnitedHealth Group, Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Caterpillar. 

Investors are holding out for leading technology and financial services providers to surpass market expectations and may provide deeper insights into the inner workings of the economy. 

U.S. Movers 

USA Rare Earth surged 35% to $33.61 on reports that the U.S. federal government is likely to acquire a stake in the mining company. 

The news was first reported by Reuters and the Financial Times, citing sources that the Trump administration is considering taking a 10% stake in the company. 

Apple rose 0.7% to $249.66, Microsoft decreased 0.5% to $464.80, IBM fell 0.3% to $291.75, Visa rose 0.03% to $326.27, and Mastercard gained 0.2% to $525.80. 

Japan- US Joint Intervention Expectations Lift Yen, Nikkei 225 Down 2%

Akira Ito
26 Jan, 2026
Tokyo

Japan's indexes plunged in Monday's trading, extending last week's losses amid growing worries about the yen's stability.

The Nikkei 225 Stock Average decreased 1.9%, the Topix declined 2%, and the yen rebounded 1.1% to 153.99 against the U.S. dollar.

On Sunday, Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi reiterated her government's resolve to shore up the faltering yen, and she added that the finance ministry will take "necessary steps" to counter speculative market moves.

The yen's upward move was further supported by reports that the U.S. Federal Reserve and the Bank of Japan are looking to conduct joint action to support it. 

The additional momentum came after reports that the New York Federal Reserve checked dollar/yen holdings with dealers on Friday, widely perceived as a preparatory move ahead of a potential joint intervention in the foreign exchange market. 

Rising U.S.-Iran tensions and friction between Europe and the U.S. over Greenland's sovereignty also contributed to market jitters, driving precious metals to new record highs.  

Gold crossed $5,000 an ounce and extended 2026's rise to 17% as investors worried about a possible U.S. government shutdown and persistent rise in federal government debt.  

The safe haven and investment demand drove silver to a record high of $108 an ounce and extended this year's gains to 44%.

Japan Indexes and Stocks 

The Nikkei 225 Stock Average dropped 1.9% to 52,849.21, and the broader Topix Index decreased 2.1% to 3,555.09. 

Financial and technology stocks led decliners in Tokyo trading on Monday's trading. 

Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, Sumitomo Mitsui Financial, and Mizuho Financial declined between 2.0% and 3.0%, and Softbank Group, Tokyo Electron, and Advantest Corp. fell between 1% and 6%.  

US-Japan Joint Intervention Expectations Lift Yen, Nikkei 225 Down 2%

Akira Ito
26 Jan, 2026
Tokyo

Japan's indexes plunged in Monday's trading, extending last week's losses amid growing worries about the yen's stability.

The Nikkei 225 Stock Average decreased 1.9%, the Topix declined 2%, and the yen rebounded 1.1% to 153.99 against the U.S. dollar.

On Sunday, Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi reiterated her government's resolve to shore up the faltering yen, and she added that the finance ministry will take "necessary steps" to counter speculative market moves.

The yen's upward move was further supported by reports that the U.S. Federal Reserve and the Bank of Japan are looking to conduct joint action to support it. 

The additional momentum came after reports that the New York Federal Reserve checked dollar/yen holdings with dealers on Friday, widely perceived as a preparatory move ahead of a potential joint intervention in the foreign exchange market. 

Rising U.S.-Iran tensions and friction between Europe and the U.S. over Greenland's sovereignty also contributed to market jitters, driving precious metals to new record highs.  

Gold crossed $5,000 an ounce and extended 2026's rise to 17% as investors worried about a possible U.S. government shutdown and persistent rise in federal government debt.  

The safe haven and investment demand drove silver to a record high of $108 an ounce and extended this year's gains to 44%.

Japan Indexes and Stocks 

The Nikkei 225 Stock Average dropped 1.9% to 52,849.21, and the broader Topix Index decreased 2.1% to 3,555.09. 

Financial and technology stocks led decliners in Tokyo trading on Monday's trading. 

Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, Sumitomo Mitsui Financial, and Mizuho Financial declined between 2.0% and 3.0%, and Softbank Group, Tokyo Electron, and Advantest Corp. fell between 1% and 6%.  

China Stocks Lacked Direction and Precious Metals Advanced Amid Rising Global Tensions

Li Chen
26 Jan, 2026
Hong Kong

Markets in China and Hong Kong wavered in Monday's trading as investors rotated away from U.S. dollar-denominated assets.

The Hang Seng Index edged up 0.01%, and the CSI 300 Index inched up 0.3% amid rising geopolitical tensions and elevated trade frictions.  

Canada's prime minister Mark Carney clarified that the North American nation has no plans to pursue a free trade deal with China, highlighting that the recent agreement only lowers tariffs on select goods. 

Last weekend, the U.S. president threatened a 100% tariff on Canadian goods if such a deal proceeded. 

Rising U.S.-Iran tensions and friction between Europe and the U.S. over Greenland's sovereignty also contributed to market jitters. 

Gold crossed $5,000 an ounce and extended 2026's rise to 17% as investors worried about a possible U.S. government shutdown and persistent rise in federal government debt.  

The safe haven and investment demand drove silver to a record high of $108 an ounce and extended this year's gains to 44%.

China Indexes and Stocks 

The Hang Seng Index increased 0.01% to 26,773.37, and the mainland-focused CSI 300 Index added 0.3% to 4,715.12. 

Zijin Mining Group increased 5.4% to HK $42.58, Zijin Gold International advanced 2.2% to HK $210.80, and Laopu Gold jumped 7% to HK $845.0. 

China Stocks Lacked Direction and Precious Metals Advanced Amid Rising Global Tensions

Li Chen
26 Jan, 2026
Hong Kong

Markets in China and Hong Kong wavered in Monday's trading as investors rotated away from U.S. dollar-denominated assets.

The Hang Seng Index edged up 0.01%, and the CSI 300 Index inched up 0.3% amid rising geopolitical tensions and elevated trade frictions.  

Canada's prime minister Mark Carney clarified that the North American nation has no plans to pursue a free trade deal with China, highlighting that the recent agreement only lowers tariffs on select goods. 

Last weekend, the U.S. president threatened a 100% tariff on Canadian goods if such a deal proceeded. 

Rising U.S.-Iran tensions and friction between Europe and the U.S. over Greenland's sovereignty also contributed to market jitters. 

Gold crossed $5,000 an ounce and extended 2026's rise to 17% as investors worried about a possible U.S. government shutdown and persistent rise in federal government debt.  

The safe haven and investment demand drove silver to a record high of $108 an ounce and extended this year's gains to 44%.

China Indexes and Stocks 

The Hang Seng Index increased 0.01% to 26,773.37, and the mainland-focused CSI 300 Index added 0.3% to 4,715.12. 

Zijin Mining Group increased 5.4% to HK $42.58, Zijin Gold International advanced 2.2% to HK $210.80, and Laopu Gold jumped 7% to HK $845.0. 

Global Tensions Drives Precious Metals Higher In Asia, China Stocks Lacks Direction

Li Chen
26 Jan, 2026
Hong Kong

Markets in China and Hong Kong wavered in Monday's trading as investors rotated away from U.S. dollar-denominated assets.

The Hang Seng Index edged up 0.01%, and the CSI 300 Index inched up 0.3% amid rising geopolitical tensions and elevated trade frictions.  

Canada's prime minister Mark Carney clarified that the North American nation has no plans to pursue a free trade deal with China, highlighting that the recent agreement only lowers tariffs on select goods. 

Last weekend, the U.S. president threatened a 100% tariff on Canadian goods if such a deal proceeded. 

Rising U.S.-Iran tensions and friction between Europe and the U.S. over Greenland's sovereignty also contributed to market jitters. 

Gold crossed $5,000 an ounce and extended 2026's rise to 17% as investors worried about a possible U.S. government shutdown and persistent rise in federal government debt.  

The safe haven and investment demand drove silver to a record high of $108 an ounce and extended this year's gains to 44%.

China Indexes and Stocks 

The Hang Seng Index increased 0.01% to 26,773.37, and the mainland-focused CSI 300 Index added 0.3% to 4,715.12. 

Zijin Mining Group increased 5.4% to HK $42.58, Zijin Gold International advanced 2.2% to HK $210.80, and Laopu Gold jumped 7% to HK $845.0. 

Precious Metals and China Stocks In Focus Amid Ris

Li Chen
26 Jan, 2026
Hong Kong

Markets in China and Hong Kong wavered in Monday's trading as investors rotated away from U.S. dollar-denominated assets.

The Hang Seng Index edged up 0.01%, and the CSI 300 Index inched up 0.3% amid rising geopolitical tensions and elevated trade frictions.  

Canada's prime minister Mark Carney clarified that the North American nation has no plans to pursue a free trade deal with China, highlighting that the recent agreement only lowers tariffs on select goods. 

Last weekend, the U.S. president threatened a 100% tariff on Canadian goods if such a deal proceeded. 

Rising U.S.-Iran tensions and friction between Europe and the U.S. over Greenland's sovereignty also contributed to market jitters. 

Gold crossed $5,000 an ounce and extended 2026's rise to 17% as investors worried about a possible U.S. government shutdown and persistent rise in federal government debt.  

The safe haven and investment demand drove silver to a record high of $108 an ounce and extended this year's gains to 44%.

China Indexes and Stocks 

The Hang Seng Index increased 0.01% to 26,773.37, and the mainland-focused CSI 300 Index added 0.3% to 4,715.12. 

Zijin Mining Group increased 5.4% to HK $42.58, Zijin Gold International advanced 2.2% to HK $210.80, and Laopu Gold jumped 7% to HK $845.0. 

Wall Street Indexes Attempted to Erase Weekly Losses Amid Unresolved Trade Frictions

Barry Adams
23 Jan, 2026
New York City

Stocks on Wall Street edged higher for the second consecutive session on Friday, and investors shifted their focus to corporate results. 

The S&P 500 index increased 0.1%, and the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite edged up 0.2% amid easing geopolitical tensions. 

After a tumultuous week of trading, benchmark indexes are set to extend weekly losses to more than 0.3% amid persistent worries about the U.S. federal government debt and the chaotic trade policy of the Trump administration. 

Gold and silver continued to hover near record highs as the U.S. prepares to carry out additional attacks targeting Iran's nuclear capabilities. 

U.S. Movers

Capital One Financial decreased 2.5% to $228.52, and the credit card company announced the acquisition of startup Brex for $5.15 billion. 

Brex offers business credit cards to other startups and established businesses, and the company was valued at more than $12 billion in 2023. 

In addition, Capital One reported fourth-quarter adjusted earnings per share of $3.86. 

Intuitive Surgical increased 3.5% to $544.27 after the robotic surgical system maker posted strong fourth-quarter results. 

The company's revenue increased to $2.7 billion and adjusted earnings per share of $2.53.  

Intel Corp. declined 13.5% to $46.98 after the advanced chipmaker's current quarter outlook fell short of market expectations. 

Intel estimated first-quarter revenue to fall between $11.7 billion and $12.7 billion, and breakeven adjusted earnings per share.

Wall Street Indexes Attempted to Erase Weekly Losses Amid Unresolved Trade Fr

Barry Adams
23 Jan, 2026
New York City

Stocks on Wall Street edged higher for the second consecutive session on Friday, and investors shifted their focus to corporate results. 

The S&P 500 index increased 0.1%, and the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite edged up 0.2% amid easing geopolitical tensions. 

After a tumultuous week of trading, benchmark indexes are set to extend weekly losses to more than 0.3% amid persistent worries about the U.S. federal government debt and the chaotic trade policy of the Trump administration. 

Gold and silver continued to hover near record highs as the U.S. prepares to carry out additional attacks targeting Iran's nuclear capabilities. 

U.S. Movers

Capital One Financial decreased 2.5% to $228.52, and the credit card company announced the acquisition of startup Brex for $5.15 billion. 

Brex offers business credit cards to other startups and established businesses, and the company was valued at more than $12 billion in 2023. 

In addition, Capital One reported fourth-quarter adjusted earnings per share of $3.86. 

Intuitive Surgical increased 3.5% to $544.27 after the robotic surgical system maker posted strong fourth-quarter results. 

The company's revenue increased to $2.7 billion and adjusted earnings per share of $2.53.  

Intel Corp. declined 13.5% to $46.98 after the advanced chipmaker's current quarter outlook fell short of market expectations. 

Intel estimated first-quarter revenue to fall between $11.7 billion and $12.7 billion, and breakeven adjusted earnings per share.

Bank of Japan Held Rates Steady as Expected, Inflation Stayed Above 2% Target Rate

Akira Ito
23 Jan, 2026
Tokyo

Japan's market averages edged higher on Friday and extended the previous session's gains as investors reviewed the monetary policy decisions and inflation update. 

The Nikkei 225 Stock Average edged up 0.2%, the broader Topix Index increased 0.4%, and the yield on 10-year Japanese bonds held at 0.75%. 

The Bank of Japan held steady its interest rates at 0.75% after the first policy meeting of 2026. 

The policy committee voted to hold rates in an 8-to-1 vote, as committee participants balanced inflation risks, a weakening yen, and growing fiscal concerns tied to Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's fiscal expansionary plans.  

However, the central bank held out for higher rates if economic activities and inflation evolved as expected by policymakers. 

The Bank of Japan raised rates two times in 2025, and the committee raised its core inflation outlook to 1.9% from 1.8% and GDP growth to 1.0% from 0.7% for the fiscal year 2026. 

Japan's annual inflation eased in December to 2.1% from 2.9% in the previous month, according to the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications. 

The overall inflation rate eased after food inflation dropped to 5.1% from 6.1%, and core inflation slipped to 2.4% from 3% and stayed still above the central bank's target rate of 2% for the 45th consecutive month. 

Core-core inflation, which excludes food and energy prices, increased to 2.9%, which reflects underlying price pressure across a broad set of economic activities. 

For 2025, core inflation, which excludes volatile fresh food prices, rose 3.1% from a year ago, marking the increase for the fourth year in a row.  

Japan Indexes and Stocks 

The Nikkei 225 Stock Average edged up 0.2% to 53,799.51, and the broader Topix Index increased 0.4% to 3,630.74. 

Vehicle makers, banks, and defense contractors advanced following the Bank of Japan's rate decisions and a rebound in U.S. stocks in overnight trading. 

Softbank Group decreased 1.1% to ¥4,274.0, Tokyo Electron declined 1.8% to ¥41,720.0, and Advantest Corp. jumped 3% to ¥23,530.0. 

Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group and Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group gained 1%, and Mizuho Financial decreased 1%. 

Bank of Japan Held Rates Steady as Expected, Inflation Stayed Above 2% Target

Akira Ito
23 Jan, 2026
Tokyo

Japan's market averages edged higher on Friday and extended the previous session's gains as investors reviewed the monetary policy decisions and inflation update. 

The Nikkei 225 Stock Average edged up 0.2%, the broader Topix Index increased 0.4%, and the yield on 10-year Japanese bonds held at 0.75%. 

The Bank of Japan held steady its interest rates at 0.75% after the first policy meeting of 2026. 

The policy committee voted to hold rates in an 8-to-1 vote, as committee participants balanced inflation risks, a weakening yen, and growing fiscal concerns tied to Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's fiscal expansionary plans.  

However, the central bank held out for higher rates if economic activities and inflation evolved as expected by policymakers. 

The Bank of Japan raised rates two times in 2025, and the committee raised its core inflation outlook to 1.9% from 1.8% and GDP growth to 1.0% from 0.7% for the fiscal year 2026. 

Japan's annual inflation eased in December to 2.1% from 2.9% in the previous month, according to the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications. 

The overall inflation rate eased after food inflation dropped to 5.1% from 6.1%, and core inflation slipped to 2.4% from 3% and stayed still above the central bank's target rate of 2% for the 45th consecutive month. 

Core-core inflation, which excludes food and energy prices, increased to 2.9%, which reflects underlying price pressure across a broad set of economic activities. 

For 2025, core inflation, which excludes volatile fresh food prices, rose 3.1% from a year ago, marking the increase for the fourth year in a row.  

Japan Indexes and Stocks 

The Nikkei 225 Stock Average edged up 0.2% to 53,799.51, and the broader Topix Index increased 0.4% to 3,630.74. 

Vehicle makers, banks, and defense contractors advanced following the Bank of Japan's rate decisions and a rebound in U.S. stocks in overnight trading. 

Softbank Group decreased 1.1% to ¥4,274.0, Tokyo Electron declined 1.8% to ¥41,720.0, and Advantest Corp. jumped 3% to ¥23,530.0. 

Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group and Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group gained 1%, and Mizuho Financial decreased 1%. 

China Indexes Closed Higher After a Week of Tumultuous Trading

Li Chen
23 Jan, 2026
Hong Kong

Stocks in China rebounded and pared weekly losses amid receding geopolitical tensions. 

The Hang Seng Index increased 0.3%, and the mainland-focused CSI 300 Index edged lower 0.4% on rising speculation that the central bank may provide additional stimulus. 

For the week, the Hang Seng Index advanced 0.3%, and the CSI 300 Index decreased 0.3% after the securities regulator tightened the margin requirement for leveraged trading. 

Stock market indexes rebounded from losses earlier in the week after the People's Bank of China sent a dovish signal and reinforced its commitment to accommodative monetary policy.

Geopolitical tensions subsided after the U.S. president was forced to back down from his threats to take over Greenland, if necessary by force. 

But tensions rose in the Middle East as the U.S. prepared to conduct coordinated aerial attacks in Iran, targeting its nuclear facilities. 

Gold traded hovered near a record high of $4,956.0 per ounce amid lingering geopolitical tensions and persistent debasement of the U.S. dollar. 

Moreover, central banks continued to rotate out of the U.S. Treasury and increase their holdings of precious metals.  

China Indexes and Stocks 

The Hang Seng Index increased 0.3% to 26,718.13, and the mainland-focused CSI 300 Index fell 0.4% to 4,707.04. 

Alibaba Group advanced 2.6% to HK $169.10 on speculation that the e-commerce platform company is planning to list its advanced chip design unit, T-Head.  

Xiaomi Corp. increased 2.5% to HK $36.12 after the telecom equipment maker announced a stock repurchase plan worth as much as HK $2.5 billion.  

China Indexes Closed Higher After a Week of Tumultuous Trading

Li Chen
23 Jan, 2026
Hong Kong

Stocks in China rebounded and pared weekly losses amid receding geopolitical tensions. 

The Hang Seng Index increased 0.3%, and the mainland-focused CSI 300 Index edged lower 0.4% on rising speculation that the central bank may provide additional stimulus. 

For the week, the Hang Seng Index advanced 0.3%, and the CSI 300 Index decreased 0.3% after the securities regulator tightened the margin requirement for leveraged trading. 

Stock market indexes rebounded from losses earlier in the week after the People's Bank of China sent a dovish signal and reinforced its commitment to accommodative monetary policy.

Geopolitical tensions subsided after the U.S. president was forced to back down from his threats to take over Greenland, if necessary by force. 

But tensions rose in the Middle East as the U.S. prepared to conduct coordinated aerial attacks in Iran, targeting its nuclear facilities. 

Gold traded hovered near a record high of $4,956.0 per ounce amid lingering geopolitical tensions and persistent debasement of the U.S. dollar. 

Moreover, central banks continued to rotate out of the U.S. Treasury and increase their holdings of precious metals.  

China Indexes and Stocks 

The Hang Seng Index increased 0.3% to 26,718.13, and the mainland-focused CSI 300 Index fell 0.4% to 4,707.04. 

Alibaba Group advanced 2.6% to HK $169.10 on speculation that the e-commerce platform company is planning to list its advanced chip design unit, T-Head.  

Xiaomi Corp. increased 2.5% to HK $36.12 after the telecom equipment maker announced a stock repurchase plan worth as much as HK $2.5 billion.  

Tech Stocks Led Wall Street Rebound After Tariff Fears Eased

Barry Adams
22 Jan, 2026
New York City

U.S. stocks rebounded in early trading on Thursday as investors recalibrated geopolitical tensions. 

The S&P 500 index increased 1.1%, and the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite jumped 1.4% amid recovering sentiment for stocks. 

The U.S. president walked back from his threats to "purchase" Greenland, if necessary using military force, confirming yet again the so-called TACO trade. 

The Greenland crisis appears to be defusing, and the Trump Always Chickens Out rally broadened beyond tech stocks. 

Trump said a "framework deal" has been reached between the U.S. and NATO over Greenland, without giving any evidence. 

Markets in Europe and Asia rebounded for now in the hopes that the tentative agreement will avoid a wider conflict between the U.S. and the European Union, which could impact global trade. 

Moreover, Japan's benchmark index soared as much as 18%, and Japanese bond yields inched lower after the ruling party leaders and government officials talked up the financial outlook and insurance companies stepped up buying.

U.S. Movers 

Procter & Gamble Company declined 1.2% to $144.27 after the consumer goods-focused company reported mixed quarterly results amid weakening demand for Gillette razor blades and Pampers diapers. 

GameStop Corp. increased 3% to $22.35 after CEO and Chairman Ryan Cohen acquired additional shares in the video game retailer, according to a regulatory filing. 

Cohen purchased 500,000 shares at an average price of $21.60 per share, according to a regulatory filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission on Wednesday.