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Videogame Sales Getting a Boost From Coronavirus: 4 Winners
by Ritujay Ghosh
Microsoft Corporation (MSFT), Activision Blizzard, Inc. (ATVI) and Nintendo Co. (NTDOY) have witnessed a surge in sales of their products since the coronavirus pandemic.
Microsoft (MSFT) Eyes Bigger Share as Console Wars Heat Up
by Zacks Equity Research
Microsoft (MSFT) is working on capturing more market share for its next-generation Xbox Series X console.
3 Video Gaming Stocks to Benefit as Coronavirus Cases Surge
by Zacks Equity Research
Video games stand to benefit as a major form of entertainment as the United States continues to be rattled by COVID-19, making it a good time to invest in names like Glu (GLUU) and Activision (ATVI).
The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights: Activision Blizzard, Glu Mobile, Mattel, JAKKS Pacific and Nintendo
by Sreoshi Bera
The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights: Activision Blizzard, Glu Mobile, Mattel, JAKKS Pacific and Nintendo
Will Gaming Stocks Continue to Do Well Post-Pandemic?
by Sejuti Banerjea
Many more people are coming back to gaming because of its ability to provide a social atmosphere at a time when social gatherings are particularly difficult.
Activision (ATVI) Launches Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War
by Zacks Equity Research
Activsion's (ATVI) recently-launched Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War, a sequel to the original Call of Duty: Black Ops game, drives expansion of the company's robust product portfolio.
Microsoft (MSFT) Partners with Bango to Boost Xbox Subscriptions
by Zacks Equity Research
Microsoft's (MSFT) collaboration with Bango is likely to enhance customer reach for its Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription amid the launch of next generation of Xbox video game consoles.
The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights: Microsoft, Activision Blizzard, Nintendo and Glu Mobile
by Zacks Equity Research
The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights: Microsoft, Activision Blizzard, Nintendo and Glu Mobile
Videogames Sales Hit New High in Q3: 4 Stocks to Buy
by Ritujay Ghosh
Microsoft (MSFT), Nintendo (NTDOY) and Activision Blizzard (ATVI) have sold a record number of videogames this year and are likely to be big gainers in the fourth quarter too.
Take Two's (TTWO) Q2 Earnings Up Y/Y on Solid Digital Sales
by Zacks Equity Research
Take Two's (TTWO) second-quarter fiscal 2021 results reflect strength in the popular franchises and strong digital revenues.
The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights: Nintendo, Activision Blizzard, Capcom and Microsoft
by Zacks Equity Research
The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights: Nintendo, Activision Blizzard, Capcom and Microsoft
Take Two (TTWO) to Report Q2 Earnings: What's in the Cards?
by Zacks Equity Research
Take Two Interactive's (TTWO) Q2 results are expected to reflect portfolio strength and increase in recurrent consumer spending supported by new and existing franchise games amid lockdown.
Electronic Arts (EA) to Report Q2 Earnings: What's in Store?
by Zacks Equity Research
Electronic Arts (EA) second-quarter fiscal 2021 results are expected to reflect strength in live services, aided by expansion of its gaming portfolio amid stiff competition.
Coronavirus Continues to Boost Videogame Sales: 4 Winners
by Ritujay Ghosh
Videogame makers like Microsoft Corporation (MSFT), Activision Blizzard, Inc. (ATVI) and Nintendo Co. (NTDOY) have seen a surge in sales of their products since the coronavirus outbreak.
Why Earnings Season Could Be Great for Nintendo (NTDOY)
by Zacks Equity Research
Nintendo (NTDOY) is seeing favorable earnings estimate revision activity and has a positive Zacks Earnings ESP heading into earnings season.
The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights: Square, L'Air Liquide and Nintendo
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The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights: Square, L'Air Liquide and Nintendo
The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights: Nintendo, Electronic Arts, Activision Blizzard, and Take-Two Interactive Software
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The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights: Nintendo, Electronic Arts, Activision Blizzard, and Take-Two Interactive Software
Q3 Earnings Season Kicks Off: Global Week Ahead
by John Blank
The Q3 earnings festivities get underway mostly on Tuesday. As usual, the first week of earnings season focuses on big money center banks. But other key reports do come out -- among them two major U.S. airlines.
4 Stocks to Bank on Coronavirus-Led Gaming Surge
by Vasundhara Sawalka
Here we pick four gaming stocks poised to benefit as people continue to spend time at home hooked on to their mobiles, personal computers and gaming consoles amid coronavirus-led social distancing norms.
Microsoft's (MSFT) Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Includes EA Play
by Zacks Equity Research
By adding more games on its platform, Microsoft (MSFT) is looking to boost number of takers for its Xbox Ultimate subscription service and highly-awaited consoles over the holiday season.
Microsoft to Buff Cloud Gaming Service With Japan Launch
by Zacks Equity Research
Microsoft (MSFT) is strengthening its cloud gaming initiatives to grab a larger share of the booming market.
Why Microsoft Paid $7.5 Billion for Gaming Wizard ZeniMax
by Kevin Cook
Xbox revenue grew 65% in Q4, becoming MSFT's fastest growing segment in a $200 billion market.
AAP, RCI, MSFT, SNE and NTDOY as Zacks Bull and Bear of the Day
by Zacks Equity Research
AAP, RCI, MSFT, SNE and NTDOY as Zacks Bull and Bear of the Day
Microsoft (MSFT) to Buy ZeniMax in All-Cash Deal Worth $7.5B
by Zacks Equity Research
Microsoft's (MSFT) acquisition of Bethesda Softworks' parent company ZeniMax Media will bolster its competitive position in the lucrative video game space.
Microsoft's Bethesda Buyout to Intensify Console Gaming War
by Radhika Pujara
Microsoft's (MSFT) acquisition of Bethesda Softworks' parent company ZeniMax Media revs up video gaming space, escalating console war with Sony's PlayStation 5.