JAKKS outlines 2027 slate with Sonic the Hedgehog 4 in March as Toys 'R' Us opens 120 stores
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Not supporting new Q4 entertainment is a matter of timing. Private label has grown immensely, and Disney Princess and Frozen have seen tremendous growth.
60% confidenceThe 2027 content slate includes Sonic the Hedgehog 4 in March, the new Simpsons movie in September and Frozen 3 in November.
60% confidenceIn 2024 the back half had meaningful entertainment tentpoles, including Moana 2 and a Sonic 3 movie. Current-quarter strength came from evergreen growth.
60% confidenceThe main international opportunities are EMEA, then Latin America and Southeast Asia. JAKKS is building warehouses and distribution centers in Italy, Spain, Germany, the U.K. and Rotterdam, and expanding licensed rights in new territories.
60% confidenceToys "R" Us is being licensed out, with about 120 stores opening this year. JAKKS is selling into them and hopes they become full-time year-round stores.
60% confidenceSome Q4 sales moved into Q3 this year, which is normal for an FOB-centric business and means JAKKS gets paid sooner.
60% confidenceJAKKS is acquiring licenses and remains a kid-centric business, while also participating in kidult and adult collectibles including anime.
60% confidenceGross margin was 32.1%, adjusted EBITDA $44.4 million and adjusted EPS $2.68. Cash was $45 million (restricted and unrestricted) and inventory $64 million.
60% confidenceThe Board approved a quarterly cash dividend of $0.25 per share, payable to holders of record as of November 27 and paid on December 28.
60% confidenceFactories face higher resin prices and the supply chain faces higher diesel prices. JAKKS is prioritizing shipments and scrutinizing inventory to mitigate the costs.
60% confidenceJAKKS is done with tariff refunds.
60% confidenceJAKKS is heading into year-end with solid momentum and Berman is extremely confident. No numeric guidance was given.
60% confidenceJAKKS is launching a long-term strategic initiative on immersive IP across anime, manga, VTubers and digital entertainers. Partners and titles debuting next year are best-in-class, and retail and customer feedback has been very enthusiastic.
60% confidenceThe U.S. tariff discussion appears to be trending favorably, but definitive guidance is still pending.
60% confidenceThe Disney Princess and Disney Frozen business is exceeding expectations more than anything else in the 2026 portfolio.
60% confidenceJAKKS is not supporting any new entertainment releases in toys this holiday season. North America grew 28%, Dolls and Role Play/Dress-Up grew 29%, and Action Play & Collectibles grew 19% in the quarter.
60% confidenceInternational is about 85-90% FOB. JAKKS is building domestic capabilities as backup inventory for Europe lead times.
60% confidenceInternational margins are comparable to the U.S. JAKKS is going much deeper than a few mass accounts into multiple channels and making nice margins.
60% confidenceThe FOB business model represents over 75% of sales for the first 9 months, and buying patterns are returning to pre-tariff quarterly seasonality.
60% confidenceQ3 shipping generated $254 million in net sales, up 20%. Year-to-date sales are up 13%.
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