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Jakks Pacific Inc. (NASDAQ: JAKK) is a premier designer, manufacturer, and marketer of a broad range of consumer products, with a primary focus on toys and children's entertainment merchandise. Based in Santa Monica, California, Jakks Pacific serves customers globally, delivering a diverse portfolio of products that include action figures, dolls, dress-up costumes, electronics, plush toys, seasonal items, and more.
The company holds licenses for some of the most iconic brands and characters from leading entertainment giants such as Disney, Nickelodeon, Pokémon, Warner Bros., and Hello Kitty. Jakks Pacific also operates several proprietary brands like Creative Designs International™, Road Champs®, Funnoodle®, Jakks Pets™, Plug It In & Play TV Games™, Kids Only!™, Tollytots®, and Disguise™.
In the latest financial results, Jakks Pacific reported a third consecutive annual increase in gross profit dollars, reflecting a robust financial standing. Despite a slight decline in net sales for the fourth quarter of 2023, the company saw a 1% increase in the Toys/Consumer Products segment globally. Jakks also successfully reduced its inventory by 35%, showcasing efficient inventory management. The company has zero total debt as of December 31, 2023, a significant improvement from $67.2 million the previous year.
Recent highlights include launching a new line of The Simpsons toys, which includes action figures, plush toys, and playsets. This launch targets fans of the long-running animated series, enhancing Jakks' reputation for tapping into beloved franchises.
Furthermore, Jakks Pacific has announced a partnership with Dreamworks and Dav Pilkey for a new Dog Man toy line, scheduled to coincide with the release of the Dog Man animated feature film in early 2025. This collaboration aims to capture the vibrant and loyal fanbase of the Dog Man book series.
Jakks Pacific continues to innovate and expand its product lines, ensuring it remains a key player in the competitive toy industry. Their ongoing projects and strategic partnerships are designed to solidify their market position and drive long-term growth.
Disguise, Inc., a leading costume division of JAKKS Pacific (NASDAQ:JAKK), announced its acquisition of the costume rights for Afro Unicorn in North America and EMEA starting in 2023. This collaboration aims to uplift and celebrate women and children of color through diverse costume designs. Notable for being the first Black-owned licensed character brand in major retail, Afro Unicorn has rapidly expanded into 25 product categories. Disguise will launch Afro Unicorn costumes in major retail and specialty stores by fall 2023, supporting the brand's mission of representation.
JAKKS Pacific, Inc. (NASDAQ: JAKK) will announce its Q4 and full-year 2022 financial results on March 9, 2023, after market close. A teleconference and webcast will be held at 5:00 p.m. ET to discuss the results and future plans. Participants can access the live webcast on the company's Investor Relations page or through a phone registration link. A replay will also be available afterward.
JAKKS, based in Santa Monica, California, specializes in designing, manufacturing, and marketing popular toys and consumer products worldwide, including acclaimed brands like Perfectly Cute™ and AirTitans®.
JAKKS Pacific, Inc. (NASDAQ:JAKK) announced the renewal of its partnership with Microsoft, allowing its costume division, Disguise, Inc., to remain the exclusive costume partner for the popular game, Minecraft. This multi-year agreement enables Disguise to design, market, and distribute Halloween costumes and accessories based on Minecraft starting in 2023. With Minecraft being a top-selling brand for costumes globally, Disguise aims to expand its international presence and introduce new character styles. The company continues to strengthen its foothold in the licensed video game costume market.
JAKKS Pacific (NASDAQ: JAKK) announces the launch of a new line of toys inspired by The Super Mario Bros. Movie, set for retail debut on
JAKKS Pacific (NASDAQ: JAKK) announces the launch of its new collectible line, Ami Amis, available at Walmart starting tomorrow. This collection features 30 unique knitted plush characters, appealing to collectors of all ages through themes, rarity, and designs ranging from Common to Ultra Rare. Each character includes a collector guide and fun backstory tag. Over 200 characters are expected to be introduced throughout 2023, with Wave 2 launching in April. The company's SVP of Marketing highlights the collection's appeal, stating that the characters make ordinary moments extraordinary, fostering positivity and charm.
JAKKS Pacific, Inc. (NASDAQ: JAKK) announced the launch of a new toy line inspired by The Super Mario Bros. Movie, set to hit theaters on
JAKKS Pacific reported significant third-quarter results for 2022, with net sales reaching $323.0 million, a 36% increase year-over-year. Toys/Consumer Products led this surge with sales of $269.6 million, up 56%. Despite a decline in costume sales by 17%, total year-to-date sales exceeded $664.3 million, surpassing the entirety of 2021’s sales. Gross margin stood at 28.5%, down 310 basis points from the previous year. Net income attributable to common stockholders was $30.3 million ($2.96/share), a decrease from $36.0 million in Q3 2021, yet adjusted net income rose to $39.0 million ($3.80/share).
JAKKS Pacific, Inc. (NASDAQ: JAKK) is set to announce its third quarter 2022 financial results on October 27, 2022, post-market. The company will host a teleconference at 5:00 p.m. ET to discuss these results and potential future plans. Investors and analysts can access the live webcast on the company’s Investor Relations page. JAKKS Pacific, based in Santa Monica, California, is recognized for its range of toys and consumer products, including popular brands like Creepy Crawlers® and Disguise®.
Disguise Inc., a subsidiary of JAKKS Pacific (NASDAQ: JAKK), has partnered with Snap Inc. to launch an AR shopping experience for Halloween costumes on Snapchat. Users can try on and purchase costumes from popular franchises like Harry Potter, Minecraft, and Transformers. Since January 2022, more than 250 million Snapchatters engaged with AR shopping Lenses over 5 billion times, showcasing significant interest in using AR for shopping. This innovative platform aims to enhance the Halloween shopping experience by providing a seamless way to try on costumes digitally.
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