Hornby sells slot car racing brand Scalextric for £20m
Hornby has sold its Scalextric slot car racing brand to Purbeck Capital Partners for £20 million, marking a notable change for the company after owning the brand for over 50 years.
Adults are Driving the Toy Industry
The toy industry is experiencing growth as adult consumers increasingly participate, highlighted by events like the Nuremberg Toy Fair celebrating its 75th anniversary.
"It's Extraordinary": How the Toy Market Achieved a Record Recovery in 2025
The French toy market saw unprecedented growth in 2025, marking the best figures since the 2000s and providing relief to industry professionals as consumers embraced these leisure purchases.
The Transformation of the 'Toy Town' After Tripling Its Population
The town of Ibi, known as the 'Toy Town', has experienced significant growth, expanding from 7,000 to over 20,000 residents in a few years, alongside its pioneering toy industry.
Low birth rate hits the toy industry: sells less than in 2011 and prices stagnate
The toy industry is struggling due to a declining birth rate, selling less than in 2011 with prices stagnating and an increase in costs of only 3.5% over five years, while 36 companies have disappeared in just two years.