Earnings OutlookThe weaker earnings growth outlook seems to be largely driven by the inclusion of an anticipated impact of new US tariffs on China, Mexico, and Canada imports.
Inventory ManagementMAT's year-end retail inventory was flat Y/Y in dollars and in weeks, which was viewed as slightly too high.
Product PerformanceBarbie continues to disappoint in the top-line performance, despite other brands like Hot Wheels performing well.