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Mattel’s Strategic Shift — Hot Wheels, UNO & Action Figures Reshape The Portfolio!

Mattel, Inc. reported its second quarter financial results for 2026, highlighting a 10% increase in net sales as reported and 9% in constant currency, driven largely by growth in North America. The rise was fueled by both owned and partner intellectual property (IP) and digital games, following the full acquisition of Mattel163. The company maintained its leading global positions in Dolls, Vehicles, and Infant, Toddler, Preschool categories, gaining share specifically in Vehicles and Action Figures according to Circana data. Mattel emphasized its brand-centric operating model and diversified portfolio as key drivers supporting this growth. The company’s Vehicles and Challenger categories contributed most significantly to growth, with Hot Wheels delivering a 12% sales increase propelled by strong demand among both children and adult collectors. The collectible diecast segment also performed robustly.