Leadership change at Mattel is coinciding with fresh deal interest in the toy sector as the Barbie maker discusses a potential sale. A possible offer from Authentic Brands Group could value the company at about $6 billion or more, well above Mattel's current market capitalization.
Highlights
- Authentic Brands Group is privately discussing a takeover offer valuing Mattel at around $6 billion, exceeding $20 per share.
- Mattel shares, with a market capitalization of about $3.62 billion, rose 4% in afternoon trading on takeover speculation.
- The takeover interest surfaced after Mattel shares dropped 4% to $12.66 following CEO Ynon Kreiz's resignation announcement.
Takeover discussions and valuation
As first reported by Reuters, citing the Wall Street Journal, Mattel is privately discussing a takeover offer from Authentic Brands Group that could value the company at around $6 billion or more.The report says Authentic Brands is considering an offer worth more than $20 a share for Mattel. Mattel shares, which give the company a market capitalization of about $3.62 billion, are up about 4% in afternoon trading.
Mattel and Authentic Brands do not immediately respond to Reuters requests for comment.
Market reaction and management context
The takeover interest emerges a day after pressure on Mattel shares following news that chief executive Ynon Kreiz is stepping down from the role.Mattel shares close down about 4% at $12.66 on Wednesday after the leadership announcement, highlighting how the reported bid interest shifts investor focus back to the company's strategic options and valuation.
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