Toymaker Funko pushed by investor Pleasant Lake to explore strategic options

Pleasant Lake Partners disclosed a roughly 10% stake in toymaker Funko and said the company should consider strategic alternatives, including the possibility of a sale, according to a regulatory filing from Thursday.

Reuters • Feb 20, 2026

Retailers could win big on a repeal of Trump's tariffs. Here's why the stocks aren't rising.

Target, Nike and Hasbro stand to be big beneficiaries as the SCOTUS ruling could lower costs, analysts say, but stocks of retail giants like Walmart and Costco fell.

Market Watch • Feb 20, 2026

Funko Announces Amendment and Extension of Existing Credit Agreement

EVERETT, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Funko, Inc. (Nasdaq: FNKO), a leading pop culture lifestyle brand, today announced that it has successfully amended and extended its existing credit agreement, originally dated September 17, 2021. The amendment extends the maturity date of the loans under the company's credit agreement from September 17, 2026 to December 31, 2027 and waives and/or modifies certain financial covenants, in exchange for, among other things, revisions to pricing terms. Funko's Chief.

Business Wire • Feb 13, 2026

Reed Duchscher Appointed to Funko Board of Directors

EVERETT, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Funko, Inc. (Nasdaq: FNKO), a leading pop culture lifestyle brand, has announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Reed Duchscher as an independent director to the Board, effective today. In connection with this appointment, Mike Lunsford will step down from the Board of Directors as of the same date. Duchscher is the founder and Chief Executive Officer of Night, a next-generation talent management and venture platform that partners with the world's most.

Business Wire • Jan 12, 2026

Gold, Crypto, Wine, Art. Invest In Collectibles Via These 3 Overlooked and Undervalued Stocks.

The alternative asset space is one that's hard to define. Some investors view companies in private equity, real estate, or digital asset sectors as the best way to invest outside of the traditional system.

24/7 Wall Street • Nov 28, 2025

Funko's New Artist Collaborations “Premium Blind Box” Available Now

EVERETT, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Funko, Inc. (Nasdaq: FNKO), a leading pop culture lifestyle brand, launched its new artist-driven product line, Premium Blind Box, debuting with two new series: Kiguzoomies and Funko Fun Squad. Building on Funko's established success with blind box collectibles, these imaginative releases defined by original and inspired artistry, bold creativity, and deepened community engagement. Looking ahead, Funko plans to expand this vision through collaborations that will.

Business Wire • Nov 11, 2025

Funko, Inc. (FNKO) Q3 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

Funko, Inc. ( FNKO ) Q3 2025 Earnings Call November 6, 2025 4:30 PM EST Company Participants Robert Jaffe - Director of Investor Relations Josh Simon - CEO & Director Yves Le Pendeven - CFO, Principal Financial Officer & Principal Accounting Officer Conference Call Participants Stephen Laszczyk - Goldman Sachs Group, Inc., Research Division Keegan Tierney Cox - D.A. Davidson & Co., Research Division Presentation Operator Good afternoon, and welcome to Funko's 2025 Third Quarter Financial Results Conference Call.

Seeking Alpha • Nov 6, 2025

Funko Reports Third Quarter 2025 Financial Results

EVERETT, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Funko, Inc. (Nasdaq: FNKO), a leading pop culture lifestyle brand, today reported its consolidated financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2025. Third Quarter Financial Results Summary: 2025 vs 2024 Net sales were $250.9 million compared with $292.8 million Gross profit was $100.8 million, equal to gross margin of 40.2%, compared with $119.8 million, equal to gross margin of 40.9% SG&A expenses were $79.8 million, which included a non-rec.

Business Wire • Nov 6, 2025

Funko to Host 2025 Third Quarter Financial Results Conference Call on Thursday, November 6, 2025

EVERETT, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Funko, Inc. (Nasdaq: FNKO), a leading pop culture lifestyle brand, today announced that it will host a conference call on Thursday, November 6, 2025, at 4:30 p.m. ET to discuss its financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2025. The conference call will be webcast and can be accessed on the investor relations section of the Funko website at https://investor.funko.com. After the call, a replay of the webcast will be available on the same website.

Business Wire • Oct 23, 2025

Funko: A Switch-Up On How To Play This Binary Outcome

Funko faces a binary outcome: a turnaround or collapse, making it ideal for a high-risk, high-reward options strategy. FNKO's recent financials show steep revenue and profit declines, driven by tariffs, macro uncertainty, and waning brand interest. Management is responding with cost cuts, production shifts, and innovation, while a new CEO aims to steer recovery.

Seeking Alpha • Sep 24, 2025