Funko reported a mixed third quarter with net sales below the prior year, but gross margin, net income, and adjusted EBITDA exceeded expectations due to strong performance in Bitty Pop! and effective tariff mitigation.
Gross profit was $100.8 million, with gross margin at 40.2%, exceeding expectations.
positiveNet income was $0.9 million, or $0.02 per diluted share, and adjusted net income was $3.2 million, or $0.06 per diluted share, both ahead of expectations.
positiveAdjusted EBITDA was $24.4 million, also higher than expected.
positiveSales of the Bitty Pop! line were a key contributor and made Walmart's 2025 Top Toy List.
positiveStrong gross margin benefited from swift implementation of tariff mitigation plans.
positiveNet sales decreased by 14.3% to $250.9 million compared to $292.8 million in the prior year.
negativeCore Collectible net sales decreased by 12.0%, Loungefly by 5.5%, and Other by 67.0%.
negativeNet sales in the United States decreased by 20.1%.
negativeTotal debt increased significantly to $241.0 million from $182.8 million at the beginning of the year.
attentionMargin expansion indicates improving profitability and operational efficiency. Measured in basis points (bps): 100 bps = 1.0%.
Forward-looking guidance is subject to change and does not constitute a guarantee. Actual results may differ materially from these estimates.
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CEO Josh Simon is optimistic about the Funko brand's power and growth opportunities.
The 'Make Culture POP!' strategy focuses on rapid launches and expanding into new fandoms.
Bitty Pop! line was a key contributor and was recognized on Walmart's 2025 Top Toy List.
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