barbie

‘Barbenheimer’ Gives Theater Owners a $235 Million Dream Weekend
‘Barbenheimer’ Gives Theater Owners a $235 Million Dream Weekend
July 23, 2023  |  Connected Economy

“Barbie” is the queen of the box office, giving theaters their best opening weekend since 2019. Director Greta Gerwig’s film based on Mattel’s most famous...

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Barbie’s Wardrobe and Zales’ Jewelry Are Available to Rent  
Barbie’s Wardrobe and Zales’ Jewelry Are Available to Rent  
July 21, 2023  |  Retail

Resale and rental have become hot initiatives among retailers. The intention is to cater to consumers’ changing preferences and values, while also mitigating the effects...

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The Barbie Phenomenon and Its Impact on Brands and Consumers
The Barbie Phenomenon and Its Impact on Brands and Consumers
June 27, 2023  |  News

“Barbie” is everywhere. It has taken over retail marketing. Everywhere you look there’s a new collaboration, from fast fashion to food and beverage to department...

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Struggling Gap Bets on Nostalgia and Brings Back Barbie 
Struggling Gap Bets on Nostalgia and Brings Back Barbie 
April 21, 2023  |  Retail

Just last month, Gap reflected on a year of struggle, with numerous net losses, bloated inventory levels and a search for a permanent CEO. In the...

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Mattel Emphasizes Ongoing IP Plans in Face of Q4 2022 Sales Drop
Mattel Emphasizes Ongoing IP Plans in Face of Q4 2022 Sales Drop
February 08, 2023  |  Earnings

There were fewer Mattel toys under the tree in Q4 2022 as the toymaker took a hit from overstocked retailers and underspending consumers, causing sales...

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Mattel Holiday Sales Driven By Name Brands
Mattel Holiday Sales Driven By Name Brands
December 24, 2019  |  Retail

With the decade inching towards its conclusion and shoppers making their last-minute purchases, Mattel CEO CEO Ynon Kreiz says the last holiday toy shopping season of the...

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Mattel Readies Hello Barbie Hologram For Late Summer Launch
Mattel Readies Hello Barbie Hologram For Late Summer Launch
February 20, 2017  |  Retail

Since she was first introduced in 1959, Barbie has had many incarnations, including stints as an astronaut, a rapper and the president of the United...

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