Hasbro Faces Steep Declines in Sales, Warns of Tough Year Ahead
The toy giant reported a significant drop in fourth-quarter sales and anticipates further declines in 2024, despite efforts to streamline operations and focus on core brands.
- Hasbro's fourth-quarter sales plummeted by 23%, with a notable decrease in its Consumer Products and Entertainment segments.
- The company's stock fell over 6% following the announcement, reflecting investor concerns over future performance.
- CEO Chris Cocks emphasizes a long-term turnaround strategy, focusing on 'fewer, bigger, better' products and cost-cutting measures.
- Hasbro plans to cut costs by $750 million by the end of 2025, up from a previous target of $350 to $400 million.
- Despite challenges, Hasbro sees potential for growth in 2025, banking on its core toy and game brands.