Mattel is an American toy company founded in 1945 by Harold Matson and Elliot Handler. The company is one of the largest toy makers in the world and produces a wide range of toys, including dolls, action figures, board games, and electronic games.
- Founded in 1945 by Harold Matson and Elliot Handler
- The company's first major success was with the creation of the Barbie doll in 1959
- In the 1960s and 1970s, Mattel became known for producing popular toys such as Hot Wheels cars and the game UNO
- In the 1990s, the company acquired the popular board game manufacturer, Fisher-Price
- In recent years, Mattel has faced some financial struggles, but continues to be a prominent player in the toy industry
Another American toy and board game company that produces well-known brands such as Monopoly, My Little Pony, and Transformers.
A Danish company that specializes in the production of building toys.
A Japanese video game company that produces consoles and popular game franchises such as Mario, Zelda, and Pokemon.
One of the company's flagship products, Barbie dolls come in a variety of different styles and designs.
Another popular product line from Mattel, Hot Wheels cars are collectible toy cars with unique designs and features.
A popular family-friendly card game that was first introduced by Mattel in the 1970s.
In addition to Barbie, Hot Wheels, and UNO, some of the other popular Mattel toy brands include Fisher-Price, American Girl, and Thomas & Friends.
Mattel products are made in a variety of countries around the world, including China, Malaysia, and Mexico.
Yes, Mattel has a line of toys called 'Barbie Loves the Ocean' which are made from recycled plastics.
Mattel produces toys for a wide range of age groups, from infants all the way through to adults.
Yes, Mattel is publicly traded on the NASDAQ stock exchange under the ticker symbol MAT.