UK toy industry intelligence
Summary: Beloved bears appear in collectibles from Basic Fun!, ZURU, and Pop Mart. The post Care Bears Joins Bag Charms Trend with Licensing Partnerships appeared first on The Toy Book.
Why it matters: Background toy-industry intelligence.
Summary: The collection includes accessories, figurines and shops. The post Mattel Launches Disney Playsets for World Princess Week appeared first on The Toy Book.
Why it matters: Background toy-industry intelligence.
Summary: Bluey, Paddington and Pokémon events come to its Regent Street and Westfield stores, and The Puppet Company bus tours are extended Hamleys’ summer of family entertainment continues this August with an action-packed programme of free events and exclusive exp…
Why it matters: Background toy-industry intelligence.
Summary: The Puppet Company’s summer collaboration with Hamleys is recognised, alongside two personal honours for Co-founder and CEO Sue Lockey The Puppet Company has been shortlisted as a finalist in three categories in the Retail Gazette (RG) Retail Excellence Awa…
Why it matters: Background toy-industry intelligence.
Summary: New experience One Night of The Traitors – Castle of Lies and a refreshed UK edition of The Traitors Board Game hit shelves from this month Following the announcement of Tomy’s long-term licensing agreement with The Traitors rights holder All3Media Internat…
Why it matters: Background toy-industry intelligence.
Summary: The new year-round initiative invites the global retail community to share the stories behind the shops, brands and relationships that make retail unique. For more than 75 years, Spring Fair has brought together the people, products and ideas that shape … C…
Why it matters: Background toy-industry intelligence.
Summary: Spring & Autumn Fair has launched a national campaign after new research reveals retailers and consumers agree on one practical step that could help bring people back to Britain’s high streets. Spring & Autumn Fair has launched a new national … Continue rea…
Why it matters: Background toy-industry intelligence.
Summary: New sensory lines, larger activity bundles and new colourways are set to strengthen the Tickit brand’s SiliSoft collection. Following strong sales since its launch in 2025, Tickit’s popular SiliSoft range has been extended with 11 new products. It gives ret…
Why it matters: Background toy-industry intelligence.
Summary: The cheeky balloon-pop game is available now online. The post PlayMonster Launches New Rump Race Board Game appeared first on The Toy Book.
Why it matters: Background toy-industry intelligence.
Summary: Best known for its award-winning wooden toys, Le Toy Van acquires premium plush brand Pickles amid a period of strong growth Le Toy Van has signalled a major push into the plush category with the acquisition of premium plush brand Pickles, formally known as…
Why it matters: Background toy-industry intelligence.
Summary: The North East Toy and Gift Show brings more than 60 exhibitors, show specials, hands-on product discovery, and networking to Springfield, Massachusetts. The post NETS Gets Specialty Retailers Ready for the Holiday Rush appeared first on The Toy Book.
Why it matters: Background toy-industry intelligence.
Summary: The company delivers a customer-first experience with designated shopping spaces. The post Michaels’ New Store Expansion Boosts Creativity and Celebration appeared first on The Toy Book.
Why it matters: Background toy-industry intelligence.
Summary: This month, Toy Barnhaus’ Stephen Barnes and Mark Buschhaus discuss the ongoing squishy craze, how the recent World Cup affected sales and the impact the summer heat has had on footfall. “We have now passed the halfway point in the … Continue reading → The …
Why it matters: Background toy-industry intelligence.
Summary: Founded by four toy industry stalwarts, Shout About! is inviting a small number of UK toy companies to partner on the Q4 go-to-market Shout About!, the toy and family entertainment industry’s new social commerce infrastructure, is inviting a small number of…
Why it matters: Background toy-industry intelligence.
Summary: Hasting takes the helm amid the division’s reorganization. The post Disney Taps Joss Hastings as SVP, Marketing for Consumer Products appeared first on The Toy Book.
Why it matters: Background toy-industry intelligence.
Summary: Sanrio, known for the Hello Kitty and Friends brand, is naming a new Chief Brand Officer for its U.S. and Americas branch. As of July 1, Jill Koch, formerly senior vice president (SVP) of Brand at Sanrio, is continuing to serve the brand under her new title…
Why it matters: Background toy-industry intelligence.
Summary: Andrew Goodacre, CEO of Bira, calls on the government to do more for independent retailers as they face continued theft, abuse and organised crime In the August issue of Toys n Playthings, Andrew Goodacre, CEO of the British Independent Retailers Associatio…
Why it matters: Background toy-industry intelligence.
Summary: WildBrain CPLG continues to build on its portfolio of evergreen franchises globally. The post WildBrain CPLG Opens Japan Office, Appointing Koichi Yamamoto as Commercial Director appeared first on The Toy Book.
Why it matters: Background toy-industry intelligence.
Summary: We really are in the midst of peak holiday season – the sun is shining, the roads are quiet, the number of ‘out of office’ replies has skyrocketed and we’ve already had a few ads move back to the October … Continue reading → The post Holidays in the sun … i…
Why it matters: Background toy-industry intelligence.
Summary: Children can now dig, build and play with Mighty Wheels at one of Surrey’s favourite family attractions Mighty Wheels, the much-loved range of construction vehicles for young children, has partnered with Godstone Farm to create an exciting new outdoor play …
Why it matters: Background toy-industry intelligence.
Summary: New releases, brand activations, and creative digital play experiences bring fresh energy to the gaming and toy space. The post Nintendo Switch 2, Fortnite, and Hot Wheels Race into This Week’s Gaming News appeared first on The Toy Book.
Why it matters: Background toy-industry intelligence.
Summary: Presented by the Minister of Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal, the Playbook aims to increase India’s share of the global toy market to 5% by 2032. Kids India is a central platform for one of the world’s fastest-growing toy markets. … Continue reading → T…
Why it matters: Background toy-industry intelligence.
Summary: The Spielwarnemesse eG trade show features in a new Toy Sector Playbook from the government, aiming to tap into the “immense potential” of the toy industry Kids India, the country’s leading B2B trade show for toys, sporting goods, and baby and children’s pr…
Why it matters: Background toy-industry intelligence.
Summary: The ASTRA Specialty Toy Hall of Famer and TnP contributor reports back from the event, with plenty of wisdom for UK brands looking to break America Following her induction into ASTRA’s Specialty Toy Hall of Fame this year, Imagine That Toys owner Gwen Otten…
Why it matters: Background toy-industry intelligence.
Summary: Between January–June 2026, the industry sees significant sales growth in key categories and audiences. The post Circana: U.S. Toy Industry Delivers Strong Sales Growth in First Half of 2026 appeared first on The Toy Book.
Why it matters: Background toy-industry intelligence.
Summary: While there’s strong growth across all Circana’s tracked markets, the driving forces differ significantly by territory Global toy sales grew 9.5 per cent year on year in the 12 months ending June 2026, according to Circana’s latest tracking figures. Growth …
Why it matters: Background toy-industry intelligence.