Mattel, Inc.
MATMattel, Inc. is a leading global toy manufacturer known for its iconic brands such as Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price, and American Girl. Founded in 1945, the company designs, manufactures, and markets toys and entertainment products across various age groups. Mattel has a strong presence in both the traditional and digital toy markets, leveraging licensing and product innovation to maintain its position as a major player in the industry.
Dividend History
| Pay Date | Amount | Ex-Date | Record Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 15, 2017 | $0.15 | 2017-08-21 | 2017-08-23 |
| June 9, 2017 | $0.38 | 2017-05-17 | 2017-05-19 |
| March 3, 2017 | $0.38 | 2017-02-14 | 2017-02-16 |
| December 9, 2016 | $0.38 | 2016-11-18 | 2016-11-22 |
| September 16, 2016 | $0.38 | 2016-08-19 | 2016-08-23 |
Dividends Summary
- Consistent Payer: Mattel, Inc. has rewarded shareholders with 34 dividend payments over the past 13 years.
- Total Returned Value: Investors who held MAT shares during this period received a total of $13.75 per share in dividend income.
- Latest Payout: The most recent dividend of $0.15/share was paid 3228 days ago, on September 15, 2017.
- Yield & Schedule: MAT currently pays dividends quarterly with an annual yield of 9.02%.
- Dividend Growth: Since 2004, the dividend payout has decreased by 66.7%, from $0.45 to $0.15.
Company News
France Licensing Day 2026 achieved record attendance with 550+ attendees and 55 exhibitors at its new Paris venue on June 30. The event facilitated 500+ meetings between major brands including Paramount, Netflix, Warner Bros. Discovery, and Mattel with French retailers and licensees. The 8th annual Licensing International France Awards recognized...
The Sheri and Les Biller Family Foundation, celebrating its 25th anniversary, partnered with Mattel Global Philanthropy to distribute 25 Brave Barbie and Brave Ken dolls to eight cancer care organizations serving children and families. The initiative aims to normalize children's cancer journeys and promote whole-person supportive cancer care, whi...
Brand Licensing Europe (BLE) announces record growth for its October 2026 event at Excel London, with exhibitor numbers up 16% year-on-year and 222 confirmed exhibitors. The event follows a successful 2025 edition that attracted over 11,000 visitors. New exhibitors include Tate Modern, ATP Tour, and Del Monte Europe, while returning participants ...
Patient Capital Management fully exited its 2.79 million share position in Mattel during Q1 2026, selling for approximately $50.9 million. Despite the blockbuster success of the Barbie movie, Mattel stock has declined 24% over the past year, underperforming the S&P 500. While Q1 net sales rose 4% driven by strong international growth and Hot Whee...
Serenity Capital Management, a China-focused investment fund, sold 383,611 shares of Mattel (worth ~$7 million) during Q1 2026, reducing its stake to 2 million shares. The fund trimmed the position after margin pressures from tariffs, foreign exchange headwinds, and inflation impacted profitability, despite Mattel beating revenue expectations. Ma...
