Authentic Brands Group has made an approach and conducted private discussions with the toy maker. Shares of rival Hasbro also rose quickly following the report of the prospective takeover, though a formal offer has not been publicly confirmed.
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Authentic Brands Group Proposes $6B Takeover of Mattel
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The maker of Barbie and Hot Wheels is in talks with Authentic Brands Group regarding a potential acquisition at more than $20 per share. The bid from the brand management firm would value Mattel at approximately $6 billion, according to the Wall Street Journal, representing a premium of roughly 58% over the company's current share price.
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