玩具行业增速下滑 美泰(MAT.US)宣布多年成本节约计划

Core Viewpoint - The company, Mattel (MAT.US), has announced a multi-year cost-saving initiative called "Optimizing for Profitable Growth" aimed at enhancing efficiency and reducing costs, particularly within its global supply chain [1] Group 1: Cost-Saving Plan - The plan integrates and expands upon previous cost-saving measures, including the previously announced shutdown of its factory in China, which is not included in the new growth optimization plan [1] - The company expects to achieve targeted annual cost savings starting this year, with an anticipated total savings of $200 million by 2026 [1] - Total costs associated with the plan are estimated to be between $130 million and $170 million, with expected cash expenditures ranging from $130 million to $165 million [1] Group 2: Industry Outlook - The company anticipates a decline in the toy industry in 2024, although the decrease is expected to be less severe than in 2023 [1] - The Chief Financial Officer noted that the expected decline is influenced by a reduction in the number of toy-related theatrical releases and a shift in consumer spending patterns towards experiences and services, which is believed to ease this year [1]