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Mattel, Inc. reports developments across its global play and family entertainment business, built around franchise brands such as Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price, American Girl, Thomas & Friends, UNO, Masters of the Universe, Matchbox, Monster High and Polly Pocket. Company updates commonly cover toys, content, consumer products, digital games and live experiences sold through retail and ecommerce relationships.
Recurring news includes quarterly financial results, brand and franchise product launches, entertainment-related licensing and promotional partnerships, digital strategy updates following the completed acquisition of full ownership of Mattel163, share repurchases and capital allocation, shareholder engagement, board review of strategy, and changes in the global commercial organization.
Corsair Gaming (Nasdaq: CRSR) announced it has acquired all the assets of Trak Racer, a global designer and manufacturer of premium racing and flight-simulation cockpits, seats, monitor stands, motion systems and accessories. According to Corsair, the deal is intended to scale its Gamer and Creator Peripherals segment, expand its addressable market and support margin expansion.
Trak Racer’s portfolio will be combined with Corsair’s Fanatec sim racing technology to create a more complete sim racing and flight simulation platform, with strong emphasis on direct-to-consumer sales and global channel expansion. The acquisition also brings brand and motorsport partnerships, including licensing with Mattel (Nasdaq: MAT) for Hot Wheels and Matchbox products from 2027, an expanded multi-product licensing arrangement with Porsche, and Formula One team relationships with BWT Alpine and Aston Martin Aramco. Trak Racer founder Matt Sten has joined Corsair as Chief Technology Officer for SIM Solutions.
Mattel (NASDAQ: MAT) reported second quarter 2026 Net Sales of $1,125 million, up 10% as reported and 9% in constant currency, driven by 12% growth in North America and 9% International. Reported Gross Margin fell to 48.2% and Adjusted Gross Margin to 48.6%, mainly due to tariffs, inflation, higher royalties, and FX.
Reported Operating Income declined to $11 million and Adjusted Operating Income to $39 million, with a net loss of $18 million (vs. $53 million income) and loss per share of $0.06 (Adjusted EPS $0.01). Mattel repurchased $100 million of shares in Q2 and $300 million year-to-date, reiterating a $400 million 2026 repurchase target and maintaining full-year 2026 guidance for Net Sales growth of 3–6% in constant currency and Adjusted EPS of $1.27–$1.39.
Mattel (NASDAQ: MAT) has promoted Roberto Stanichi to President, Chief Marketing and Brand Officer. He will oversee Mattel’s global brand portfolio, including Hot Wheels, Barbie, Fisher-Price and UNO, leading brand and business strategy, marketing, consumer insights and product design.
According to Mattel, Stanichi has driven the company’s shift to a brand-centric operating model since becoming Chief Global Brand Officer in 2025, strengthening brand stewardship from global strategy to local markets. He previously led the Vehicles and Building Sets category, including Hot Wheels’ record-setting growth and the launch of Mattel Brick Shop, and has held senior roles across multiple product categories during more than 20 years at the company.
Mattel (NASDAQ: MAT) announced a new Barbie Signature doll modeled on professional basketball star and entrepreneur Angel Reese, launched alongside Reebok’s Angel Reese 1 Basketball Shoes in a Barbie pink colorway. The products debut at TOGETHXR House’s immersive “Angel Reese Dream Closet” experience in Chicago during All-Star Weekend.
The Angel Reese Barbie doll is available starting today exclusively at Target stores and online at Target, Walmart, Amazon, and Mattel Shop. Reebok’s Angel Reese 1 “Barbie” shoes launch on August 3 on Reebok.com and at DICK’s Sporting Goods and Foot Locker, with related Barbie Game Day promotions planned with the Atlanta Dream.
Mattel (Nasdaq: MAT) and WWE announced a new multi-year global licensing agreement that expands Mattel’s WWE portfolio to include Lucha Libre AAA Worldwide (AAA), one of Mexico’s leading lucha libre promotions. The deal, unveiled at San Diego Comic-Con, reinforces Mattel’s role as WWE’s global action-figure partner.
Beginning Fall 2027, Mattel plans to launch an AAA action-figure line inspired by AAA’s stars, masks, and storytelling, featuring talent such as Psycho Clown, El Hijo del Viking, La Parka, and Mr. Iguana. Mattel Creations will debut a made-to-order Mr. Iguana figure as the first AAA product. WWE, which acquired AAA in August 2025 with Fillip, highlighted AAA’s growing global audience, citing the August 2025 Triplemanía broadcast’s 4.3 million views within 24 hours and 614,000 peak concurrent viewers. Mattel noted its WWE Elite Collection was the #1 ranked action figure in 2025.
Mattel (NASDAQ: MAT) has partnered with 7-Eleven and Hot Wheels to release an exclusive 2017 Nissan GT-R (R35) die-cast car featuring 7-Eleven branding. The limited-edition collectible is available for a limited time at participating 7-Eleven, Speedway and Stripes locations and on 7Collection.com.
Mattel (NASDAQ: MAT) plans to release its second quarter 2026 financial results on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, at approximately 4:05 p.m. Eastern Time. A webcast conference call will follow at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time, accessible via Mattel’s investor relations website.
Mattel (NASDAQ: MAT) announced new Mattel Creations collectibles debuting first at San Diego Comic-Con, then on MattelCreations.com starting July 23.
The lineup includes figures and dolls from Netflix’s KPop Demon Hunters, Monster High, Jurassic World, and Masters of the Universe with SRPs from $25 to $80.
Mattel (NASDAQ: MAT) will debut three new Hot Wheels collectibles from Mattel Creations, first available at San Diego Comic-Con 2026. The collection features Netflix’s KPop Demon Hunters, Stranger Things 10th anniversary, and Top Gun 40th anniversary, with SRPs of $30, $40, and $35.
Fans can purchase at booth #2945 and MattelCreations.com starting July 23, 2026.
Mattel (NASDAQ: MAT) announced a major expansion of UNO Social Clubs, adding a five-city U.S. tour and nine global stops after successful inaugural events. The free, first-come, first-served game nights start July 1 and feature classic UNO play, local DJs, MCs and prizes.