The Sheri and Les Biller Family Foundation to Distribute Brave Barbie and Brave Ken Dolls to Cancer Care Organizations Serving Children and Families across the Country

The Sheri and Les Biller Family Foundation, celebrating its 25th anniversary, partnered with Mattel Global Philanthropy to distribute 25 Brave Barbie and Brave Ken dolls to eight cancer care organizations serving children and families. The initiative aims to normalize children's cancer journeys and promote whole-person supportive cancer care, which addresses emotional, physical, and logistical needs alongside clinical treatment.

06/11/2026, 3:08 PM • GlobeNewswire

Brand Licensing Europe Exhibitor Numbers at Record High as Visitor Registration Opens

Brand Licensing Europe (BLE) announces record growth for its October 2026 event at Excel London, with exhibitor numbers up 16% year-on-year and 222 confirmed exhibitors. The event follows a successful 2025 edition that attracted over 11,000 visitors. New exhibitors include Tate Modern, ATP Tour, and Del Monte Europe, while returning participants span heritage, sports, entertainment, and retail sectors.

06/03/2026, 3:00 AM • GlobeNewswire

Mattel Stock Is Down 24%. Here's What a $50.9 Million Exit Could Mean

Patient Capital Management fully exited its 2.79 million share position in Mattel during Q1 2026, selling for approximately $50.9 million. Despite the blockbuster success of the Barbie movie, Mattel stock has declined 24% over the past year, underperforming the S&P 500. While Q1 net sales rose 4% driven by strong international growth and Hot Wheels momentum, Barbie gross billings fell 16% and margins contracted due to tariffs and inflation pressures. The company is attempting to transition from a toy maker into a broader entertainment and IP company through digital gaming initiatives.

05/29/2026, 8:14 PM • The Motley Fool

China-Focused Fund Cuts $7 Million from U.S. Toy Maker Mattel

Serenity Capital Management, a China-focused investment fund, sold 383,611 shares of Mattel (worth ~$7 million) during Q1 2026, reducing its stake to 2 million shares. The fund trimmed the position after margin pressures from tariffs, foreign exchange headwinds, and inflation impacted profitability, despite Mattel beating revenue expectations. Mattel stock trades near 52-week lows, down 21.1% over the past year.

05/12/2026, 11:27 AM • The Motley Fool

Jason Wu Honored with Creative Visionary Award by Otis College at Fifth Annual Atelier Fundraiser and Fashion Show on May 7, 2026

Otis College of Art and Design hosted its annual Atelier scholarship benefit on May 7, 2026, honoring fashion designer Jason Wu with the Creative Visionary Award. The event showcased student fashion designs in partnership with mentors including Nike, St. John, Vince, and others, while announcing three new scholarships including the inaugural Mattel Toy Design Scholarship and Fashion Trust U.S.'s first scholarship to Otis students.

05/08/2026, 8:25 PM • GlobeNewswire

Deal Dispatch: J.M. Smucker Considers Strategic Review, Meta Buys Assured Robot Intelligence, Buzzfeed On Brink Of Bankruptcy

Multiple companies announced strategic reviews and M&A activity. J.M. Smucker hired Goldman Sachs for a portfolio review amid activist pressure, potentially leading to a Hostess sale. Meta acquired Assured Robot Intelligence for AI robotics development. Meanwhile, BuzzFeed faces bankruptcy risk after missing a $5 million debt payment with a May 18 deadline. Other notable deals include GameStop's $55 billion non-binding proposal for eBay, Angelini Pharma's $4.1 billion acquisition of Catalyst Pharmaceuticals, and Ametek's $5 billion purchase of Indicor's instrumentation businesses.

05/08/2026, 2:10 PM • Benzinga

Denny’s Battle Cat-Themed Masters of the Universe™ Mobile Diner Roars Across America

Denny's is launching a cross-country Masters of the Universe-themed mobile diner in partnership with Mattel and Amazon MGM Studios, traveling from South Carolina to Los Angeles ahead of the movie's June 5 release. The activation includes a custom Battle Cat-wrapped 53-foot truck with a functional kitchen, limited-time menu items, and a social media contest offering exclusive diner deals to fans who photograph and share the truck.

04/21/2026, 12:00 PM • GlobeNewswire

Order Like a Legend! Denny’s Joins Forces With Masters of the Universe™ for Epic Flavor and Value

Denny's has launched a limited-time Masters of the Universe themed menu in partnership with Mattel, Inc. and Amazon MGM Studios. The collaboration features branded menu items and a sweepstakes offering 10 grand prize trips to the movie premiere in Hollywood on May 18th, 2026. The promotion runs from April 15-22, 2026 at participating Denny's locations nationwide.

04/15/2026, 9:00 AM • GlobeNewswire

As a Former Hedge Fund Analyst, These Are the 3 Stocks I'd Be Pitching My Portfolio Manager Today

A former hedge fund analyst recommends three undervalued stocks with growth potential: Energy Transfer, a midstream company with a 7% yield trading at attractive valuations; JAKKS Pacific, a deep value toymaker benefiting from a new CFO's discipline and upcoming children's movie releases; and GitLab, a software development platform trading at a low EV-to-sales ratio with potential upside from its new Duo Agent solution.

04/06/2026, 12:30 PM • The Motley Fool

Bloks Group's Turnaround Fueled By Overseas Sales

Chinese toymaker Bloks Group swung to profitability in 2025 with 634 million yuan profit, driven by 30% revenue growth and strong overseas expansion, particularly in the Americas. However, the company faces margin pressures from its ultra-low-priced blind box products (9.9 yuan) which account for 18.6% of revenue, and lacks the brand recognition and self-developed IP of competitors like Pop Mart and Lego.

03/19/2026, 7:36 AM • Benzinga

Dirt Cheap Stocks to Buy With $1,000 Right Now

The article recommends two undervalued consumer stocks: e.l.f. Beauty, trading at a cheap valuation with a PEG ratio below 0.4, benefits from its Rhode skincare brand acquisition and expanding Sephora distribution. Jakks Pacific, trading at a forward P/E under 6.5x, is positioned to capitalize on strong children's movie releases and improved operational discipline under new CFO leadership.

03/16/2026, 4:25 AM • The Motley Fool

Mattel, Inc. Investigated by the Portnoy Law Firm

The Portnoy Law Firm has initiated an investigation into possible securities fraud at Mattel, Inc. following a significant stock price decline of 24.98% on February 11, 2026. The drop occurred after Mattel reported fourth quarter and full year 2025 results that missed guidance, with net sales declining 1% year-over-year and adjusted operating income falling to $620 million versus guidance of $700-750 million. Management attributed the miss to trade-related uncertainty and inventory management challenges.

03/13/2026, 9:00 AM • GlobeNewswire

Mattel, Inc. Investigated by the Portnoy Law Firm

The Portnoy Law Firm has initiated a securities fraud investigation into Mattel, Inc. following a significant stock decline of 24.98% on February 11, 2026. The drop occurred after Mattel reported fourth quarter and full year 2025 results that missed guidance, with net sales declining 1% year-over-year and adjusted operating income falling to $620 million versus guidance of $700-750 million. Management attributed the miss to trade-related uncertainty and larger-than-expected inventory management impacts on margins.

03/13/2026, 9:00 AM • GlobeNewswire

Serenity Capital Management Opens $43 Million Mattel Position

Serenity Capital Management acquired 2,385,643 shares of Mattel for approximately $47.33 million, making it the fund's fourth-largest holding. While Mattel's valuation appears attractive with a P/E of 13 and P/S of 1, the stock has underperformed significantly, down 21.9% over the past year. The analyst acknowledges the contrarian value play but expresses skepticism about the company's long-term growth prospects despite recent Barbie movie success.

03/12/2026, 5:30 PM • The Motley Fool

Licensing Expo Event Planner Goes Live: Start Securing Meetings Today

Licensing Expo 2026 has launched an upgraded Event Planner platform featuring AI-powered matchmaking, saved searches, and enhanced search capabilities to help attendees schedule meetings with exhibitors ahead of the May 19-21 event in Las Vegas. The platform recorded 10,000+ meetings last year, with 5,000+ brands and major retailers already registered to participate.

03/11/2026, 8:00 AM • GlobeNewswire