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Kartoon Studios (NYSE:TOON) has announced the retirement of 348,127 shares of its common stock, received in exchange for an equal number of Your Family Entertainment AG shares. This strategic move aims to enhance shareholder value by reducing the total shares outstanding and increasing remaining shareholders' proportional ownership.
The company's management, including CFO Brian Parisi and CEO Andy Heyward, emphasized that this decision reflects their confidence in Kartoon Studios' long-term value potential. The timing is particularly significant as the company approaches expected profitability, which could amplify the impact on earnings per share. This action follows recent insider open-market purchases by management and board members.
Kartoon Studios (NYSE:TOON) has announced the launch of "Bitcoin Brigade: Adventures in Satoshi City", a new animated series debuting in fall 2026 on Kartoon Channel. The project, developed in partnership with Bitkern Group AG, combines entertainment with blockchain education through an anime-style series featuring K-Pop music.
The show follows a group of characters including Bitty Coin, Blocky Chain, and others as they defend Satoshi City while teaching children about Bitcoin and blockchain technology. The ecosystem includes The Satoshi Sparks Rewards System, allowing kids to earn digital currency through engagement, and features companion apps, merchandise, and Lightning Network-enabled collectibles.
Kartoon Studios (NYSE:TOON) announced significant expansion of its Stan Lee consumer products business, led by former Marvel EVP Bob Sabouni. The company has secured several high-profile partnerships including Madame Tussauds, Panini Publishing, and Topps, while leveraging existing Marvel film and Disney theme park licenses.
Key partnerships include a renewed deal with Madame Tussauds for Stan Lee wax figures, Panini Publishing's limited-edition card activation, and a Topps sidecar license. Additional collaborations span fine art collectibles, designer sunglasses, and nostalgic merchandise. The Stan Lee brand maintains a strong social media presence with over 30 million followers across platforms.
The company expects to announce approximately twelve additional licenses across various categories before year-end, including the launch of The Excelsiors in graphic novel form.
Toon Media Networks, the streaming division of Kartoon Studios (NYSE American: TOON), reported exceptional growth in Q2 2025, with its flagship platform Kartoon Channel! achieving a 221% year-over-year surge in FAST views and a 45% sequential increase from Q1.
Key highlights include 80% YoY growth in Rainbow Rangers FAST views, 47% YoY increase in Stan Lee's Superhero Kindergarten watch time, and 35% QoQ growth in Frederator Networks' YouTube revenue. The company expanded its presence to over 60 territories and received Amazon's Operational Excellence Award for Kartoon Channel's performance on Prime Video.
Under Todd Steinman's leadership, Toon Media Networks has unified global management of Kartoon Channel!, implementing a successful cross-platform strategy across FAST, AVOD, and SVOD platforms.
Kartoon Studios (NYSE:TOON) reported strong Q2 2025 financial results, marking its fifth consecutive quarter of revenue growth. Revenue increased 23% year-over-year to $10.3 million, driven by robust performance across segments. The company's streaming service, Kartoon Channel, achieved significant milestones as the #1 rated kids' streaming app in the Apple App Store, with FAST views surging 221% year-over-year.
Mainframe Studios demonstrated exceptional growth with a 44% year-over-year revenue increase, supported by partnerships with major entertainment companies. The company's operational efficiency improved significantly, with G&A expenses declining 10.1% year-over-year and operating loss narrowing by 31%. Management expects to achieve profitability by year-end 2025, supported by zero long-term debt and strong content pipeline including the upcoming 'Hundred Acre Wood/Winnie & Friends' premiere.
Kartoon Studios (NYSE: TOON) reported exceptional growth in early 2025, with a 116% year-over-year earnings increase for January and February compared to 2024. The company has promoted Todd Steinman to President of Toon Media Networks Worldwide, expanding his role to lead global operations as Kartoon Channel reaches 71 territories with a potential audience of 2.8 billion viewers.
Key developments include doubled watchtime across FAST platforms like Tubi, Pluto TV, and Xumo, plus the addition of Samsung TV Plus. The company launched a 24/7 Rainbow Rangers channel on Google TV Freeplay and is implementing AI-assisted dubbing technology for international expansion. Under Steinman's leadership, Kartoon Channel has become a profitable platform combining AVOD, SVOD, and FAST channels.
Kartoon Studios (NYSE: TOON) reported strong Q1 2025 results with total revenue increasing 56.4% year-over-year to $9.5 million. The company's Mainframe Studios achieved profitability with a 137.9% revenue surge, while Kartoon Channel! maintained its position as the #1 kids' streaming app in the Apple App Store. Operating losses improved by 51.1% YoY, and G&A expenses were reduced by 24.9%.
The company has zero long-term debt and reports current assets of $25.1 million with stockholders' equity of $30.1 million. Kartoon Channel! has expanded to reach over 1.5 billion potential viewers across 61+ countries. Mainframe Studios has secured over 90% of its 2025 budget revenue through contracts with major partners including Disney, Netflix, and Sony Kids. The company expects to achieve overall profitability by Q4 2025, supported by upcoming franchises including 'Hundred Acre Woods' Winnie & Friends' and 'Stan Lee's The Excelsiors'.
Kartoon Studios (NYSE: TOON) reported strong Q4 2024 results with 8.2% sequential revenue growth, marking the third consecutive quarterly increase. Total revenue reached $9.4 million in Q4 and $32.6 million for 2024. The company achieved significant cost reductions with operating expenses decreasing by 66.0% in Q4 2024 and 57.4% for the full year.
Key highlights include:
- Operating loss improved by 88.0% in Q4 and 76.5% for 2024
- Production services revenue increased 44.7% in Q4 year-over-year
- Mainframe Studios secured over 90% of its 2025 revenue target
- Kartoon Channel maintained #1 ranking in Apple app store
- Beacon Media Group and Frederator Networks achieved profitability
The company reported current assets of $34.7 million and stockholders' equity of $36.5 million, with no long-term debt as of December 31, 2024. Management expects profitability in 2025.
Kartoon Studios (NYSE American: TOON) has announced it will release its Q4 2024 financial results before market open on March 31, 2025. Following the results announcement, the company will stream a video Q&A session featuring CEO Andy Heyward and CFO Brian Parisi, hosted by Bryce McNallie of the McNallie Money Podcast.
The company operates as a global entertainment brand creator, producer, distributor, marketer, and licensor. Their portfolio includes original animated content like 'Stan Lee's Superhero Kindergarten' starring Arnold Schwarzenegger, 'Shaq's Garage' with Shaquille O'Neal, and the Netflix Original 'Llama Llama' featuring Jennifer Garner. Through their 2022 acquisition of WOW! Unlimited Media and Mainframe Studios, they produce content for third parties including 'Cocomelon' and 'Barbie's Playhouse'.
Kartoon Studios (NYSE: TOON) has announced major appointments for its largest production ever, 'Hundred Acre Wood's Winnie and Friends'. Linda Woolverton, renowned screenwriter of films grossing over $3.6 billion including Beauty and the Beast and The Lion King, joins as Executive Producer. Additionally, John Rivoli, known for consumer products programs of major franchises like Harry Potter and Batman, has been named Creative Director.
The project encompasses over 200 six-minute shorts and five holiday specials, featuring a unique 'yarn-based' animation style blending AI and hand-drawn elements. The production aims to reimagine Winnie-the-Pooh for a new generation while maintaining A.A. Milne's original vision, with special emphasis on celebrating the characters' neurodiversity.
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