Jun 30, 2020

Mattel Q2 2020 Earnings Report

Mattel's financial performance was influenced by COVID-19, with revenue declining but exceeding expectations due to strong performance in North America, Barbie, and Games. Gross margin improved, and the company is planning for strong demand in the second half of the year.

Key Takeaways

Mattel reported a 15% decrease in net sales to $732 million for Q2 2020, impacted by COVID-19. However, the company saw growth in North America and positive POS trends, with significant improvement in gross margin. They anticipate improved revenue performance in the second half of the year.

Net Sales decreased by 15% as reported, and 13% in constant currency, versus prior year.

Gross Sales decreased by 15% as reported, and 13% in constant currency.

Global POS was up high-single-digits versus prior year.

Reported Gross Margin improved to 43.8%, with an Adjusted Gross Margin of 44.0%.

Total Revenue
$732M
Previous year: $860M
-14.9%
EPS
-$0.26
Previous year: -$0.25
+4.0%
Barbie Gross Billings
$199M
Previous year: $187M
+6.9%
Hot Wheels Gross Billings
$137M
Previous year: $175M
-22.1%
Fisher-Price Gross Billings
$176M
Previous year: $222M
-20.7%
Gross Profit
$321M
Previous year: $341M
-6.0%
Cash and Equivalents
$462M
Previous year: $194M
+137.8%
Total Assets
$4.99B
Previous year: $5.05B
-1.1%

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Forward Guidance

Based on current momentum, POS trends, and low retail inventories, Mattel anticipates strong demand and improved revenue performance in the second half of the year, including the holiday season.

Positive Outlook

  • Strong demand for products is expected.
  • Positive POS trends are being observed.
  • Retail inventories are low.
  • Improved revenue performance is anticipated in the second half.
  • The company is planning for the all-important holiday season.

Challenges Ahead

  • Potential impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on business operations and the global economy.
  • Difficulties in implementing cost savings and efficiency enhancing initiatives.
  • Economic and public health conditions or regulatory changes in the markets.
  • Currency fluctuations which can lower net revenues and earnings.
  • Risk of product recalls or product liability suits and costs associated with product safety regulations.

Revenue & Expenses

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