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Barbie(R) Exhibit at The Children's Museum of Indianapolis Proves to Be Wildly Popular with Girls of All Ages
Jul 21, 2010
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EL SEGUNDO, Calif., Jul 21, 2010 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- For more than five decades, Barbie(R) doll has continued to deliver
fashionable, aspirational and culturally relevant play experiences to
girls of all ages. In partnership with The Children's Museum of
Indianapolis, the Barbie brand introduced an immersive brand experience ...
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Mattel Expands Presence at San Diego Comic-Con
Jul 21, 2010
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SAN DIEGO, Jul 21, 2010 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ:MAT) returns to San Diego Comic-Con this year with
a broader presence than ever before. Featuring best-in-class
entertainment properties as well as classic brands, Mattel's portfolio
has something for fans of all ages and genres.
"For us, Comic-Con has transfor...
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Mattel Reports Second Quarter 2010 Financial Results
Jul 16, 2010
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Second Quarter Highlights
Worldwide net sales up 13 percent;
Domestic gross sales up 17 percent and international gross sales up 9 percent;
Worldwide gross sales for core brands: Barbie® up 6 percent; Hot Wheels® up 11 percent; Core Fisher-Price® flat and American Girl® brands down...
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American Girl® Unveils New Store for Girls in Kansas City
Jul 15, 2010
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Middleton, WI (July 15, 2010) — Girls in Kansas City are eagerly awaiting the arrival of the new American Girl retail store, which will celebrate its grand opening on September 4, 2010. Located in the spacious Oak Park Mall, the 9,500-square-foot store will offer an unforgettable shopping experience and engaging activities fo...
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New American Girl Campaign Taps the Positive Power of Girls
Jun 28, 2010
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MIDDLETON, Wis., Jun 28, 2010 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- To foster a spirit of goodwill and help make the world a brighter place,
American Girl is introducing Shine On Now--a new charitable
initiative that harnesses the collective power of girls to help others
in need. Through Shine On Now, American Girl is calling on girls
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BIGFOOT Spotted in North Carolina!
Jun 24, 2010
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EAST AURORA, N.Y., June 24, 2010 /PRNewswire via COMTEX News Network/ -- This just in... BIGFOOT was recently spotted in North Carolina and is now thought to be headed toward the headquarters of Fisher-Price, Inc. (a subsidiary of Mattel, Inc. Nasdaq: MAT) in East Aurora, N.Y. This is not the first time that the legendary monster has sought refuge...
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Mattel to Webcast Second Quarter 2010 Earnings Conference Call
Jun 24, 2010
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EL SEGUNDO, Calif., Jun 24, 2010 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ:MAT) today announced that it will webcast its
quarterly conference call on Friday, July 16, 2010, at 8:30 a.m. Eastern
time (5:30 a.m. Pacific time). Led by the company's chairman and chief
executive officer, Robert A. Eckert, the conference call will c...
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Photos of Disney*Pixar's "Toy Story 3" Toys from Mattel Available on Business Wire's Web Site and AP PhotoExpress
Jun 18, 2010
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EL SEGUNDO, Calif., Jun 18, 2010 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Five photos of Disney*Pixar's "Toy Story 3" toys from Mattel
(NASDAQ:MAT) are available on Business Wire's Web Site and AP
PhotoExpress.
Photo one:
Mattel's iconic dolls Barbie(R) and Ken(R) enjoy some downtime during the
filming of one of this summer'...
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Mattel to Present at the NASDAQ OMX 24th Investor Program
Jun 17, 2010
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EL SEGUNDO, Calif., Jun 17, 2010 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ:MAT) today announced that it will present at the
NASDAQ OMX 24th Investor Program in London on Wednesday June
23, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. London time.
The presentation will be webcast on the "Events & Presentations" section
of the company's investor relation...
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Mattel Brands Showcases Best-in-Class Partnerships across an Industry-Leading Portfolio of Boys and Girls Brands at 2010 Licensing International Show
Jun 7, 2010
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LAS VEGAS, Jun 07, 2010 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Today at the 2010 Licensing International Show, Mattel, Inc., the
world's leading toy company, unveils its multi-category line-up of
best-in-class partners with new apparel and footwear alliances, as well
as global personal care collections, products that inspire an active
l...
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Mattel Unveils New Monster-Themed Franchise
Jun 4, 2010
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EL SEGUNDO, Calif., Jun 04, 2010 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- For the first time in company history, Mattel will roll out a new
intellectual property, Monster High(TM), across a number of diverse
consumer products categories simultaneously at launch. This new
franchise targeting tween and teen girls brings together the hip teenage
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The Sing-a-ma-jigs!(TM) - Simply Irresistible Kooky Characters Sing and Harmonize
Jun 3, 2010
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NEW YORK, Jun 03, 2010 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- The Sing-a-ma-jigs!(TM) characters from Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) are
here! One of the most talked-about toys from February's American
International Toy Fair, these irresistible, quirky, unique plush
characters, are set to sing their way into the hearts of kids of all
ages. ...
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Hot Wheels(R) Teams with Dad's Root Beer and Dreyer & Reinbold Racing to Unveil Custom IndyCar for Father's Day Race Weekend
May 26, 2010
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INDIANAPOLIS, May 26, 2010 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Hot Wheels(R) was joined today by Dreyer & Reinbold Racing, Dad's Root
Beer along with team driver Mike Conway to reveal a custom-designed #24
Dad's Root Beer IRL racecar. The racecar, unveiled for the first time,
will be on display at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway today then t...
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Mattel Chairman and CEO and CFO Presenting to Analysts
May 11, 2010
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EL SEGUNDO, Calif., May 11, 2010 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Robert A. Eckert, Mattel's chairman and chief executive officer and
Kevin M. Farr, chief financial officer, will be giving a presentation to
analysts on Thursday, May 13, 2010. Eckert and Farr are scheduled to
present for approximately one hour beginning at 8:30 a.m. (Pacif...
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Mattel Reports First Quarter 2010 Financial Results
Apr 16, 2010
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First Quarter Highlights
Worldwide net sales up 12 percent;
Domestic gross sales up 12 percent and international gross sales up 12 percent;
Worldwide gross sales for core brands: Barbie® up 5 percent; Hot Wheels® up 9 percent; Core Fisher-Price® up 5 percent and American Girl® brands up 6 percen...
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Mattel Springs Ahead with Fun Toys for the New Season
Mar 30, 2010
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EL SEGUNDO, Calif., Mar 30, 2010 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ:MAT) brings springtime fun with fresh new toys and
games perfect for play indoors and out. From Barbie(R) to Hot Wheels(R)
and great games for the entire family, Mattel's got kids covered and
parents prepped for upcoming springtime vacations, holidays a...
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Mattel to Webcast First Quarter 2010 Earnings Conference Call
Mar 26, 2010
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EL SEGUNDO, Calif., Mar 26, 2010 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ:MAT) today announced that it will webcast its
quarterly conference call on Friday, April 16, 2010, at 8:30 a.m.
Eastern time (5:30 a.m. Pacific time). Led by the company's chairman and
chief executive officer, Robert A. Eckert, the conference call will ...
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Mattel Named One of the "World's Most Ethical Companies" Again in 2010
Mar 22, 2010
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EL SEGUNDO, Calif., Mar 22, 2010 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) announced today that it has been named one of
the "World's Most Ethical Companies" in 2010 by the Ethisphere
Institute. Despite a record number of nominations for the award, Mattel
earned this recognition again in 2010 because of the company's
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Splash Into Spring With Barbie(R) In An All New Contemporary Story, "Barbie(TM) In A Mermaid Tale"
Mar 9, 2010
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EL SEGUNDO, Calif., Mar 09, 2010 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Mattel (NASDAQ:MAT):
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EL SEGUNDO, Calif. (March 9, 2010) - Barbie(R) stars in an exciting
adventure, "Barbie(TM) in A Mermaid Tale," available today on DVD. In this
contemporary tale, Barbie(R) plays Merliah(TM), a surfing champion from
Malibu who discovers ...
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Mattel Listed Among 100 Best Corporate Citizens in 2010, Ranks #29
Mar 4, 2010
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EL SEGUNDO, Calif. (March 4, 2010) - Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) today announced it has been named to CRO Magazine's 11th Annual "100 Best Corporate Citizens" list for 2010, ranking at 29.
"We are so proud to once again be named to this prestigious list, and among such good company," said Geoff Massingberd, senior vice president o...
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