By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The National Retail Federation predicts holiday spending will grow by 2.5 to 3.5% in 2024, boosting U.S. spending to almost $1 trillion. The NRF says the increase will equate to spending of between $979.5 billion and $989 billion in total holiday spending in November and December, compared with $955.6 billion during the same time … [Read more...] about NRF Predicts US Holiday Spending Close to $1 Trillion
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Who’s News: Miraculous Appoints Global Head of Consumer Products
By Allison Watkinson TLL Reporter Miraculous Corp has appointed Roz Nowicki as the company's global head of consumer products for the Miraculous franchise. In her new position at Miraculous Corp, Nowicki will be responsible for spearheading the company's expansion initiatives for the Miraculous IP across consumer products, gaming, promotions and live … [Read more...] about Who’s News: Miraculous Appoints Global Head of Consumer Products
Bed Bath & Beyond Returns in Strategic Partnership With The Container Store
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Bed Bath and Beyond, thanks to a strategic agreement with The Container Store, which has also struggled in recent years. Bed Bath and Beyond went out of business in 2023, but was then bought out by Beyond Inc., which is now investing $40 million in the Container Store as part of this strategic alignment. Beyond Inc. is a major player … [Read more...] about Bed Bath & Beyond Returns in Strategic Partnership With The Container Store
Memento Sells Out Collectibles for Moto3 Champion David Alonso
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Memento Exclusives just released a collectibles collection in tribute to the new Moto3 world champion David Alonso. The collection was released under MotoGP Authentics, which is run by Memento under license from Dorna Sports, and immediately sold out almost all of the items, which included signed race boots and leathers that Alonso wore in … [Read more...] about Memento Sells Out Collectibles for Moto3 Champion David Alonso
Reebok Dives Into Sports Nutrition With Generation Joy
TLL Staff The global sports brand Reebok has announced a partnership with Generation Joy to launch innovative performance and nutritional products. The partners say they are aiming to revolutionize sports nutrition by delivering high-quality, effective and research-backed products for the sports and performance nutrition market. Through the partnership, Generation Joy … [Read more...] about Reebok Dives Into Sports Nutrition With Generation Joy
Former Funko CEO to Head New Collectibles Company ‘Thrilljoy’
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Thrilljoy, a new collectibles company with an impeccable pedigree will be unveiled at the upcoming New York Comic Con. Thrilljoy is focused on creating premium and limited-edition collectibles, with the company's first collections to be unveiled during the Comic Con event, from October 17–20. Collectors and fans are invited to … [Read more...] about Former Funko CEO to Head New Collectibles Company ‘Thrilljoy’
Universal Pictures and Absolut Conjuring Up Some ‘Wicked’ Cocktails
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Premium alcohol brand Absolut has put together a Wicked-themed cocktail kit to mark the release of the highly anticipated film. Absolut is also the official spirits partner for the Universal Pictures' film, which arrives in theaters on November 22. Absolute says it is "toasting to the power of friendship and inclusivity" by offering Wicked … [Read more...] about Universal Pictures and Absolut Conjuring Up Some ‘Wicked’ Cocktails
Bulldog to Manage UK Licensing for Comics Brand Beano
TLL Staff The independent licensing agency Bulldog Licensing has been appointed as UK licensing agent for Beano, one of the country's most recognizable brands in children’s entertainment. The appointment was unveiled recently at Brand Licensing Europe, and as UK comic fans celebrated National Comic Book Day. Bulldog made a splash for the brand at BLE, as their stand … [Read more...] about Bulldog to Manage UK Licensing for Comics Brand Beano
GameFam Brings Moose Toys’ Goo Jit Zu Brand to Roblox
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Gamefam is bringing Moose Toys' best selling Heroes of Goo Jit Zu line into two of its hit games on the Roblox platform. The Heroes will be making their debut in the metaverse with a takeover of two of Gamefam’s highly-popular Roblox games, Weapon Fighting Simulator and Easy Obby, which collectively have recorded over 1.7 billion … [Read more...] about GameFam Brings Moose Toys’ Goo Jit Zu Brand to Roblox
People of Play Reveals Speakers Lineup at Inventor & Innovation Conference
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Toy inventors can get the opportunity of a lifetime, as People of Play’s Inventor & Innovation Conference kicks off on November 6. Registered inventors can make appointments now with representatives from more than 80 toy and game companies including Disney, Mattel, Hasbro, Spin Master and Moose Games. This year’s conference, … [Read more...] about People of Play Reveals Speakers Lineup at Inventor & Innovation Conference