Mattel news and trends

Mattel Reports 6% Sales Decline in Uncertain Trade Environment
Earnings // July 23, 2025

An uncertain trade environment impacted Mattel’s sales in the U.S. in the second quarter, executives said Wednesday (July 23). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to...

Barbie Gets a Brain: OpenAI Partnership Puts Conversational AI in Mattel Toys
Artificial Intelligence // June 28, 2025

Hot Wheels and Barbie’s Dreamhouse just got a software update. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this...

Mattel Mulls AI-Powered Toys With OpenAI Partnership
Artificial Intelligence // June 12, 2025

Mattel reportedly teamed with OpenAI to weave artificial intelligence into its products. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By...

Connecting With Consumers: Hasbro and Mattel Embrace Digital Strategies
Retail // October 24, 2024

As Hasbro and Mattel revamp their strategies, the toy industry is entering a phase driven by digital transformation and consumer connectivity. Hasbro is capitalizing on its strengths in gaming and licensing, refreshing cherished franchises and expanding its intellectual property through digital platforms. Get the Full...

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Mattel Says Retailers Are Stocking Up for Holiday Shopping Season

October 21, 2025
Retailers have begun stocking up on toys and games ahead of the holiday shopping season, having seen growing demand from consumers, Mattel Chairman and CEO Ynon Kreiz said Tuesday (Oct. 21) during the company’s third quarter earnings call. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to […]

Mattel Reports 6% Sales Decline in Uncertain Trade Environment

July 23, 2025
An uncertain trade environment impacted Mattel’s sales in the U.S. in the second quarter, executives said Wednesday (July 23). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

Mattel Mulls AI-Powered Toys With OpenAI Partnership

June 12, 2025
Mattel reportedly teamed with OpenAI to weave artificial intelligence into its products. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...

Gap Up 10% as New CEO Richard Dickson Brings Hope for Turnaround

August 22, 2023
Gap has a new CEO, Richard Dickson, beginning Tuesday (Aug. 22), in a move that reportedly signals renewed optimism for the company. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...