August 2026 plush market data shows strong growth driven by IP characters and adult collectors, while manufacturers face a 14% increase in production costs.
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Circana reports a 14% increase in H1 2026 global toy sales, driven by the kidult demographic and collectibles. Explore what this means for B2B plush sourcing.
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License Global's 2026 Top Global Licensors whitepaper ranks 94 brand owners at $338.33B in 2025 retail sales, up 10%. What it means for custom plush buyers.
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US senators introduced the Children's AI Toy Safety Act (S.5171) on July 29, 2026, covering smart stuffed animals. Key points for plush toy exporters.
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EN 71-1:2026 reached its EU transposition deadline on July 31, 2026. Key changes, dates, and next steps for plush toy exporters before the 2014 edition ends.
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The EU Digital Product Passport Registry went live on July 20, 2026, with toys named in scope. Key dates and next steps for plush toy exporters and importers.
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Updates on US plush toy tariffs for B2B importers: The Toy Association's July 2026 USTR comments and the impact of the Section 122 tariff.
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Jellycat made TIME 2026 most-influential list as premium, experiential plush reshapes the US market. What it signals for plush brands and buyers.
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The 2026 World Cup, the biggest ever and hosted in North America, turned licensed mascot plush into a retail event. What Jazwares' line signals for brands.
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Build-A-Bear's softer quarter and 2025 category data point to a split in plush: mass-market volume is cooling while premium and licensed plush for adults grows.
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