The 12 worst investments of 2014, #10: Mattel
Mattel's share price plunged 36% in 2014 as sales of its Barbie and Fisher-Price brands plunged, and a 20 year partnership with Disney bit the dust.
Decline in2014: -36%
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What happened?
Frozen
Who are the losers?
Who are the winners?
What have we learned?
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