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Mattel, Inc.(MAT)Earnings, Financials & Key Ratios
MAT•NASDAQ
$13.42
10.8× P/E·Price updated Jul 7, 2026
AboutMattel, Inc., a children's entertainment company, designs and produces toys and consumer products worldwide. The company operates through North America, International, and American Girl segments. It offers dolls and accessories, as well as content, gaming, and lifestyle products for children under the Barbie, Monster High, American Girl, Polly Pocket, Spirit, and Enchantimals brands; dolls and books under the American Girl brand name; die-cast vehicles, tracks, playsets, and accessories for kids of all ages, and collectors under the Hot Wheels, Monster Trucks, Matchbox, CARS, and Mario Kart brand names; and infant, toddler, and preschool products comprising content, toys, live events, and other lifestyle products under the Fisher-Price and Thomas & Friends, Power wheels, and Fireman Sam brands. The company also provides action figures, building sets, and games under the Masters of the Universe, MEGA, UNO, Lightyear, Jurassic World, WWE, and Star Wars brands; and licensor partner brands, including Disney, NBCUniversal, WWE, Microsoft, Nickelodeon, Warner Bros, and Sanrio. It sells its products directly to consumers through its catalog, website, and proprietary retail stores; retailers, including discount and free-standing toy stores, chain stores, department stores, and other retail outlets; and wholesalers, as well as through agents and distributors. Mattel, Inc. was founded in 1945 and is headquartered in El Segundo, California.Show more
- Revenue$5.35B-0.6%
- EBITDA$788M-16.2%
- Net Income$398M-26.6%
- EPS (Diluted)1.24-21.5%
- Gross Margin48.87%-3.8%
- EBITDA Margin14.74%-15.7%
- Operating Margin11.59%-10.2%
- Net Margin7.44%-26.2%
- ROE17.68%-28.0%
MAT Price & Volume
Mattel, Inc. (MAT) stock price & volume — 10-year historical chart
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Seasonal Volatility Masks Underlying Operational Margin Risks
Investment Thesis • Updated 2026Q1
VerdictNeutral
Growth:Mixed
Profitability:Moderate
Financial:Mixed
Cash Flow:Mixed
Primary Risk:Seasonal Working Capital Volatility
Key Thesis Takeaways
- Mattel's financial performance remains heavily tethered to holiday-driven shipping cycles, which creates significant quarterly earnings volatility and complicates long-term valuation.
- While the company leverages its IP-first strategy, the structural reliance on physical manufacturing and high fixed costs may continue to pressure operating margins during off-peak periods.
- Investors should monitor whether the company can achieve consistent organic growth beyond seasonal spikes, as current capital allocation toward share repurchases may be premature given the observed cash flow instability.
Verdict Logic
while the forward P/E of 10.52 suggests a modest valuation, the extreme volatility in operating cash flow, which ranged from a $796.6 million inflow in 2025Q4 to a $300.1 million outflow in 2025Q2, warrants a cautious approach.
MAT Growth Metrics
Mattel, Inc. (MAT) revenue, earnings & EPS growth — 3, 5 & 10-year CAGR
Revenue CAGR
10 Years-0.64%
5 Years3.11%
3 Years-0.54%
TTM-0.25%
Profit CAGR
10 Years0.74%
5 Years26.33%
3 Years0.31%
TTM-5.83%
EPS CAGR
10 Years1.39%
5 Years28.79%
3 Years4.07%
TTM0.65%
Return on Capital
10 Years7.47%
5 Years13.31%
3 Years12.17%
Last Year11.91%
MAT Recent Earnings
Mattel, Inc. (MAT) EPS & revenue vs analyst estimates — last 4 quarters
●Beat EPS 9/12 qtrs (75%)●Beat Revenue 6/12 qtrs (50%)
Q2 2026Latest
Apr 29, 2026Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.20+16.7%
$0.24
Rev
$862M+6.7%
$808M
Q1 2026
Feb 10, 2026Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.39-26.4%
$0.53
Rev
$1.8B-4.2%
$1.8B
Q4 2025
Oct 21, 2025Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.89-15.2%
$1.05
Rev
$1.7B-5.9%
$1.8B
Q3 2025
Jul 23, 2025Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.19+18.8%
$0.16
Rev
$1.0B-45.9%
$1.9B
| Quarter | Date | EPS (Act vs Est) | Revenue (Act vs Est) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q2 2026Latest | Apr 29, 2026 | $0.20vs $0.24+16.7% | $862Mvs $808M+6.7% |
| Q1 2026 | Feb 10, 2026 | $0.39vs $0.53-26.4% | $1.8Bvs $1.8B-4.2% |
| Q4 2025 | Oct 21, 2025 | $0.89vs $1.05-15.2% | $1.7Bvs $1.8B-5.9% |
| Q3 2025 | Jul 23, 2025 | $0.19vs $0.16+18.8% | $1.0Bvs $1.9B-45.9% |
Based on last 12 quarters of dataView full earnings history →
Latest MAT News
Recent stock market news and headlines for Mattel, Inc. (MAT)
Forbes·Jun 29, 2026
Mattel's SDCC Exclusives Include ‘KPop Demon Hunters' Figures, Monster High Doll And MoreMattel announced Monday that it is releasing exclusives for KPop Demon Hunters, Masters of The Universe, Jurassic Park III and its Monster High doll line at San Diego Comic-Con 2026 in late July.
GuruFocus·Jun 29, 2026
Mattel Powers Up San Diego Comic-Con 2026 With Collectibles Available July 23[url="]Mattel, Inc.[/url] (NASDAQ: MAT), a leading global play and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the wor
Forbes·Jun 25, 2026
Mattel's First ‘KPop Demon Hunters' Dolls Go On Pre-Sale For Summer ReleaseMattel's KPop Demon Hunters singing dolls of Rumi, Mira and Zoey — as well as fashion dolls of the HUNTR/X trio and Jinu — are almost here as they've gone on pre-order with late July and early August release dates.
Benzinga·Jun 22, 2026
What Do Mattel, Mitsubishi And Tesla Have In Common? One Word: MEGAPODTesla Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA) may have sparked fresh investor curiosity this month when it filed a trademark application for “MEGAPOD,” a name tied to what the company describes as modular hardware systems for artificial intelligence computing.
Peers Comparison
Key metrics vs top competitors for Mattel, Inc. (MAT)
| Company | Price | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | Rev Growth (1Y) | Net Margin | ROE | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $13.42 | $4.06B | 10.82 | -0.59% | 7.44% | 17.68% | — | |
| $76.73 | $10.86B | -33.36 | 13.68% | -4.6% | -45.59% | — | |
| $22.76 | $260.47M | 26.47 | -17.42% | 1.41% | 3.24% | — | |
| $1.28 | $49.95M | -0.98 | 0.96% | -4.17% | -26.17% | — | |
| $1.18 | $110.17M | -9.08 | 4.13% | -6.21% | -79.7% | — | |
| $5.40 | $301.53M | -4.35 | -13.49% | -6.3% | -32.08% | — |
Compare MAT vs Peers
Mattel, Inc. (MAT) vs competitors — business, growth, and fundamentals comparison against the closest industry rivals.
MAT SEC Filings & Documents
Mattel, Inc. (MAT) SEC filings — annual & quarterly reports (10-K, 10-Q)
8-K Announcements
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MAT Frequently Asked Questions
Mattel, Inc. (MAT) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
Growth & Financials
What is Mattel, Inc.'s revenue?
Mattel, Inc. (MAT) reported $5.38B in revenue for fiscal year 2025. This represents a 19% increase from $4.54B in 1996.
How fast is Mattel, Inc. growing?
Mattel, Inc. (MAT) saw revenue decline by 0.6% over the past year.
Is MAT profitable?
Yes, Mattel, Inc. (MAT) is profitable, generating $498.9M in net income for fiscal year 2025 (7.4% net margin).
Dividend & Returns
What is MAT's return on equity?
Mattel, Inc. (MAT) has a return on equity (ROE) of 17.7%. This is reasonable for most industries.
What is Mattel, Inc.'s free cash flow?
Mattel, Inc. (MAT) generated $399.8M in free cash flow for fiscal year 2025. Positive FCF indicates the company can fund dividends, buybacks, or reinvestment.