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Iconic Cartoons That Are Winning Hearts and Raking in Merch Millions
Over the decades, cartoons have evolved, captivating new audiences while keeping the legacy of classic characters alive.
5 Binge-Worthy Anime and Their Merch for Every Anime Fan
Themes such as anime conventions, cosplay, and goods and services associated with any colored or themed event, have reached popularity in organizing and providing fora for recognition and celebration.
Pride Marches to Merch: Brands Unveil Coolest Collaborations
According to activists closely working with the queer community, 10 percent of the Indian population is LGBTQIA+.
Breaking: Cannes Lions Honours Mattel Chairman and CEO Ynon Kreiz
Kreiz will deliver a keynote seminar on Friday 21 June, and collect the award during that evening’s Cannes Lions Awards Show.
Garfield's Merchandising Masterstroke
From turning Garfield into a Chief Pet Officer for Motel 6 to Burger King’s Garfield-themed menus, brands are leveraging the popularity of the lazy, lasagna-loving fat cat. 
‘Mattel to Outpace Industry Growth and Gain Market Share in 2024’
During a recent earnings call, Mattel Inc. disclosed its financial results for the first quarter, reporting a net loss of $28 million, a significant improvement from the previous year's loss, along with an enhanced gross margin.
Will Desi Content drive Merchandise Boom in India?
Crunchyroll and JioCinema are streaming anime in regional languages such as Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu. Similarly, Cartoon Network India is broadcasting anime in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam.
Anime Hits Bollywood: OTT Platforms Bet Big Bucks on Rising Popularity
A recent report estimates the global anime market to be of an impressive $31.2 billion in 2023, with a projected Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 9.8 percent from 2024 to 2030.
Gotta Merch 'Em All: Japan's Media Franchises Dominate Global Markets
According to a recent report, the highest-grossing media franchise of them all is Pokémon, with estimated revenue of $147 billion. Of that sum, the majority ($103 billion) comes from merchandise sales, followed by video games, trading cards, etc.
Disney CEO Bob Iger's Marvel ‘Mutiny’, Says Focus is on Quality and not Quantity
Disney CEO Bob Iger announced during a recent earnings call a plan to decrease the number of TV series and movies within the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). This strategy, according to Iger, aims to prioritize content quality over quantity.