The Mattel Deep Dive: Can the ‘Barbie Playbook’ Survive a 30% Market Crash?The morning of February 11, 2026, has proven to be a watershed moment for Mattel, Inc. (
NASDAQ: MAT). After a period of cautious optimism fueled by the "Barbie Playbook," the toy giant's stock plummeted over 30% in early trading following a lackluster Q4 2025 earnings report and a stark downward revision of its 2026 guidance. [...]
The Unseen Threat in Santa’s Sack: Advocacy Groups Sound Alarm on AI Toys’ Safety and Privacy RisksAs the festive season approaches, bringing with it a surge in consumer spending on children's gifts, a chorus of concern is rising from consumer advocacy groups regarding the proliferation of AI-powered toys. Organizations like Fairplay (formerly Campaign for a Commercial-Free Childhood) and the U.S. Public Interest Research Group (PIRG) Education Fund are leading the charge, [...]
TSX Soars to Record Highs as Favorable Domestic and US Data Fuel Market OptimismThe S&P/TSX Composite Index (TSX: ^OSPTX) has recently surged to unprecedented levels, achieving an all-time closing high of 29,958.98 on September 22, 2025, and continuing its upward trajectory by opening higher on September 26, 2025. This robust performance, marking a 4.91% increase over the past
