MATTEL INC /DE/
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See all $MAT insider activity →Investing.com reports unusual options activity in Mattel (MAT): 16,938 call contracts traded by 10:41 a.m., mostly targeting the Sept. 18, 2026 $15 strike, with the stock near $14.98. The article cites lower implied volatility (35.88%) and mentions Q2 sales beat estimates but profits missed, while guidance and buybacks were reaffirmed.
Mattel announced it is forming Mattel Game Studios to develop and publish games based on its IP. The unit follows Mattel’s February acquisition of full control of Mattel163 from NetEase. Mattel Game Studios will oversee mobile titles and new releases on platforms like Roblox and Fortnite, including UNO! and Phase 10. It also launched Marvel Game Studios’ Skeletor: Until Next Time! and is working on UNO Wild and a Hot Wheels title.
Mattel (MAT) reported Q2 2026 sales of $1,125.3 million, up from $1,018.6 million a year earlier, but net income fell to a $18.2 million loss from $53.4 million profit. Six-month net income rose to $42.8 million. Mattel also completed a $298.31 million repurchase of 18,353,965 shares.
Over the past 7 days, alphai's AI scored 3 news stories mentioning MAT (MATTEL INC /DE/). Coverage has skewed bullish: 2 bullish, 1 neutral, and 0 bearish.
Recent MAT coverage spans earnings, market movers and technology.
Options positioning is heavily concentrated on a move above $15 by September, implying a near-term bullish catalyst expectation.
The new studio structure signals a push toward owned-and-operated game publishing, potentially improving monetization and execution of IP-based titles.
Mixed quarter plus a large completed repurchase shifts the debate toward cash generation and leverage, not just revenue growth.
Near-term downside risk to margins and earnings power as tariff pressure and brand spending weigh on profitability despite sales growth.
Guidance and margin bridge details frame near-term earnings risk and the credibility of managements 2027 investment ROI plan.
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Investing.com reports unusual options activity in Mattel (MAT): 16,938 call contracts traded by 10:41 a.m., mostly targeting the Sept. 18, 2026 $15 strike, with the stock near $14.98. The article cites lower implied volatility (35.88%) and mentions Q2 sales beat estimates but profits missed, while guidance and buybacks were reaffirmed.
3 min readMattel announced it is forming Mattel Game Studios to develop and publish games based on its IP. The unit follows Mattel’s February acquisition of full control of Mattel163 from NetEase. Mattel Game Studios will oversee mobile titles and new releases on platforms like Roblox and Fortnite, including UNO! and Phase 10. It also launched Marvel Game Studios’ Skeletor: Until Next Time! and is working on UNO Wild and a Hot Wheels title.
4 min readMattel (MAT) reported Q2 2026 sales of $1,125.3 million, up from $1,018.6 million a year earlier, but net income fell to a $18.2 million loss from $53.4 million profit. Six-month net income rose to $42.8 million. Mattel also completed a $298.31 million repurchase of 18,353,965 shares.
6 min readMattel reported Q2 net sales of $1.12B, above LSEG’s $1.10B estimate, but adjusted profit was 1 cent per share versus a 4-cent estimate. Mattel cited tariffs, inflation, higher royalties, and currency moves, with adjusted gross margin down to 48.6% and operating income down 60% on higher marketing. It reaffirmed FY EPS $1.27-$1.39 and sales growth 3%-6%.
6 min readMattel reported Q2 2026 net sales growth of 10%, citing double-digit gains in North America and integration of Mattel163 digital games. Management reiterated 2026 guidance for net sales growth of 3% to 6% and adjusted gross margin around 50%, while discussing margin headwinds from tariffs and inflation and a $110 million digital/IP investment plan.
6 min readMattel launched a Barbie Signature doll and a co-branded Angel Reese 1 Reebok shoe line with WNBA player Angel Reese during WNBA All-Star weekend. The doll debuted at Target and online at Walmart, Amazon, and Mattel.com and sold out quickly. The shoes are priced at $160 (adults) and $130 (kids). Mattel reported Q2 sales up 10% to $1.13B.
4 min readMattel (MAT) shares fell about 2.7% to around $14.50 after Q2 results showed revenue growth but weaker profitability. Net sales rose to $1,125.3m from $1,018.6m, while net income swung to a $18.2m loss from a $53.4m profit. Adjusted operating income fell to $39m from $96m as margins declined due to tariffs, inflation, royalties, and higher advertising.
6 min readMattel reported second-quarter results after the close, saying Masters of the Universe merchandise gross billings more than tripled year-to-date, driven by the movie and streaming performance. Sales rose 10% year-over-year, but Mattel posted a net loss of $18 million versus $53 million profit a year earlier, citing tariffs, inflation, and higher ad costs.
6 min readMattel (NASDAQ:MAT) reported Q2 CY2026 results. Revenue rose 10.5% year on year to $1.13 billion, exceeding Wall Street estimates by 2.4%. Non-GAAP adjusted EPS was $0.01, down from $0.19 a year earlier and below consensus. Analysts expect revenue growth of 5.3% and full-year EPS to rise from $1.09 to $1.38.
6 min readMATTEL INC /DE/ (MAT) filed an SEC Form 8-K — Results of Operations and Financial Condition. EX-99.1 2 matq22026earningsrelease.htm EX-99.1 Document NEWS RELEASE Exhibit 99.1 MATTEL REPORTS SECOND QUARTER 2026 FINANCIAL RESULTS Second Quarter 2026 Highlights Versus Prior Year • Net Sales of $1,125 million, up 10% as reported, and 9% in constant currency • Gross Margin of
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