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Mattel Beats Estimates But Sales Drop 15%

Financial Performance

Mattel Beats Estimates But Sales Drop 15%

The toymaker's “sluggish sales are in stark contrast to the overall success the toy industry has seen in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic."

By Matthew Heller | July 24, 2020

CFOs On the Move: Week Ending June 26

CFOs On the Move: Week Ending June 26

Jones Lang LaSalle, Mattel, Six Flags, Dachser, Palo Alto Networks, Confluent, Aerospace, Harvest, GEON Performance Solutions

By Lauren Muskett | June 26, 2020

Genius Brands CEO Says Short Reports Full Of ‘Misleading Statements’

Investor Relations

Genius Brands CEO Says Short Reports Full Of ‘Misleading Statements’

Short-seller Hindenburg Research on June 5 said the recent runup in Genius Brand shares would be short-lived, claiming the stock would drop to $1.50.

By Vincent Ryan | June 8, 2020

CFOs on the Move: Week Ending Dec. 27

CFOs on the Move: Week Ending Dec. 27

Mattel, Bed Bath & Beyond, Nielsen, BCG Partners, Akerna, Birks Group, Visteon, Western Health

By David McCann | December 27, 2019

Audits Are Broken. Here’s a Radical Way to Fix Them.

Risk & Compliance

Audits Are Broken. Here’s a Radical Way to Fix Them.

A certain federal agency should take over all public company audits, suggests a former Big Four auditor and current accounting software company CEO.

By David McCann | November 27, 2019

Mattel CFO to Step Down After Whistleblower Investigation

Risk & Compliance

Mattel CFO to Step Down After Whistleblower Investigation

The company said it made misstatements in 2017, but found no evidence of fraud.

By Lauren Muskett | October 30, 2019

Mattel Shares Tank on Whistleblower Disclosure

Risk Management

Mattel Shares Tank on Whistleblower Disclosure

The toy maker says it canceled a $250 million bond offering after receiving an "anonymous whistleblower letter."

By Matthew Heller | August 9, 2019

Hasbro Sales Hit By ‘Star Wars’ Toys Dropoff

Hasbro Sales Hit By ‘Star Wars’ Toys Dropoff

The surprising Q4 sales decline raises questions about Hasbro's strategy of tying products to Hollywood films.

By Matthew Heller | February 7, 2018

Mattel Names Telecom Veteran as New CFO

Mattel Names Telecom Veteran as New CFO

Former Sprint CFO Joseph Enteneuer joins the toymaker as it attempts a turnaround after struggling "to keep pace in the digital arena."

By Matthew Heller | October 4, 2017

WWE Goes “Over the Top”: Video

WWE Goes “Over the Top”: Video

The finance chief of the wrestling entertainment company talks about how it is scaling and partnering to expand its global reach.

By Marielle Segarra | October 8, 2014

Avoid Three Key Supply-Chain Land Mines

Risk Management

Avoid Three Key Supply-Chain Land Mines

Be aware that not all risks are obvious, prepare for the unexpected, and train employees on risk-management actions.

By Shawn Casemore | March 30, 2012