Roaring Kitty Buys 9M CHWY Shares Amid GameStop Lawsuit

Roaring Kitty Acquires Significant Stake in Chewy Amidst GameStop Lawsuit

Keith Gill, the influential investor known as Roaring Kitty, has recently acquired 9 million shares of Chewy Inc. This move comes amidst ongoing legal challenges related to his role in the 2021 GameStop stock surge.

In a filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, Gill disclosed that he now owns approximately 6.6% of Chewy Inc., a major pet products retailer traded on the New York Stock Exchange. Following the news, Chewy's shares experienced a 22% surge in premarket trading.

$245M Investment in Chewy

The SEC filing indicates that Roaring Kitty has acquired 9.01 million shares of Chewy Inc. (CHWY), valued at $245.18 million. This investment makes Gill one of the largest shareholders in the company. The move was preceded by a cryptic social media post by Gill featuring a dog, hinting at his future investment strategy.

Gill's investment has positively impacted the market, with Chewy's stock reaching its highest level in almost a year during intraday trading. The stock rose 21.92% to $33.21 in pre-market trading on July 1.

Legal Challenges and Chewy Investment

While Roaring Kitty's investment in Chewy has been met with positive market reactions, he continues to face legal challenges related to his past activities with GameStop. A class-action lawsuit filed on June 28 alleges Gill of securities fraud and involvement in a "pump and dump" scheme. The plaintiffs claim his social media posts misled investors and led to financial losses.

However, former prosecutor Eric Rosen has expressed skepticism about the success of the lawsuit against Gill, suggesting it may be difficult to prove the allegations.

Chewy's Performance Amidst GameStop's Decline

The upswing in Chewy's stock contrasts sharply with the performance of GameStop (GME), which experienced a 5% drop in pre-market trading on Monday. Despite his success with Chewy, Gill's legal troubles remain ongoing.

Disclaimer: This article serves informational purposes only and should not be considered legal, investment, or financial advice.