Take-Two Rises 1.54% on $490M Volume Ranks 241st in Market Activity as GTA VI Hype Drives Analyst Upgrades

On August 13, 2025, Take-Two Interactive (TTWO) rose 1.54% with a trading volume of $0.49 billion, ranking 241st in market activity for the day. Analysts highlighted renewed optimism around the company’s flagship franchise, Grand Theft Auto (GTA), as Rothschild & Co Redburn reiterated its bullish stance, citing underestimated demand potential for GTA VI, particularly in the PC market. The firm raised its price target to $260 from $227, emphasizing a 26x multiple on fiscal 2027 earnings and projecting earnings per share 6% and 18% above consensus for FY27 and FY28, respectively.

The research firm criticized current unit sales forecasts for GTA VI as “too conservative,” pointing to factors including a broader console user base, returning fans, and record-breaking interest in the latest trailer. It also noted that capitalized costs for non-GTA projects highlight the company’s diversified pipeline. With nine months until release, the firm referenced historical performance of companies with “transformational content” ahead of major launches, suggesting TTWO could follow a similar trajectory.

Take-Two’s recent financial performance further bolstered investor confidence. The company reported Q1 FY26 net bookings of $1.423 billion, surpassing estimates, and raised its full-year guidance to $6.05 billion–$6.15 billion. Analysts from Benchmark, DA Davidson, and Raymond James subsequently increased price targets to $275–$270, reflecting strong momentum in key franchises like NBA 2K. The stock has delivered a 62.99% return over the past year, outperforming the S&P 500.

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