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Funko Inc (FNKO)

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$4.76
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Upturn Advisory Summary

06/30/2025: FNKO (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

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Not Recommended Performance

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Number of Analysts

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2 Analysts rated it

Limited analyst coverage, niche firm, research info may be scarce.

1 Year Target Price $6.25

1 Year Target Price $6.25

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$6.25Target price
Low$3.5
Current$4.76
high$14.65

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -4.24%
Avg. Invested days 38
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Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 258.41M USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 6.25
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 6.25
Volume (30-day avg) 2
Beta 0.77
52 Weeks Range 3.50 - 14.65
Updated Date 06/30/2025
52 Weeks Range 3.50 - 14.65
Updated Date 06/30/2025
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) -0.35

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date 2025-06-04
When After Market
Estimate -0.29
Actual -0.33

Profitability

Profit Margin -1.92%
Operating Margin (TTM) -12.16%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 0.33%
Return on Equity (TTM) -9.02%

Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE -
Enterprise Value 510914425
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.25
Enterprise Value 510914425
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.25
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.5
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 7.75
Shares Outstanding 54287400
Shares Floating 28887930
Shares Outstanding 54287400
Shares Floating 28887930
Percent Insiders 9.55
Percent Institutions 93.61

Analyst Ratings

Rating 2
Target Price 6.25
Buy -
Strong Buy 1
Buy -
Strong Buy 1
Hold 1
Sell -
Strong Sell -
Strong Sell -

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Funko Inc

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Company Overview

overview logo History and Background

Funko Inc. was founded in 1998 by Mike Becker. Initially focused on creating nostalgia-themed bobbleheads, it gained popularity with its Wacky Wobblers line. Brian Mariotti acquired Funko in 2005 and expanded the product range to include various licenses and pop culture collectibles, leading to significant growth.

business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Figures: This segment includes Pop! Vinyl figures, action figures, and other collectibles based on various licenses. The majority of Funko's revenue comes from this segment.
  • Other Products: This segment includes Plush, apparel, bags, wallets, home decor, and other accessories featuring licensed characters and brands.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

Michael D. Mariotti serves as the Chief Creative Officer and Director. Cynthia Williams serves as Chief Executive Officer. The organizational structure includes various departments focused on product development, sales, marketing, and operations.

Top Products and Market Share

overview logo Key Offerings

  • Pop! Vinyl Figures: Funko's most popular product line, featuring stylized vinyl figures of characters from movies, TV shows, video games, and more. Estimated market share within the collectible figure market is difficult to precisely quantify, but Funko is a dominant player. Competitors include McFarlane Toys, NECA, and Hasbro. Revenue from pop! Vinyls makes up the majority of total figures revenue, which was $921.4 million in 2023
  • Backpacks and Accessories: Licensed backpacks, wallets, and other accessories. Compete with other licensed merchandise brands and general accessory manufacturers. Makes up a portion of the loungefly brand of products. Loungefly revenue was 224.9 million in 2023.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The pop culture collectibles market is driven by fandom and nostalgia, with strong demand for licensed products. The industry experiences trends based on popular movies, TV shows, and video games.

Positioning

Funko is a leading player in the pop culture collectibles market, known for its wide range of licenses and affordable price point. Its competitive advantage lies in its ability to quickly adapt to trends and produce large volumes of product.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The global licensed merchandise market, including collectibles, is estimated to be worth hundreds of billions of dollars. Funko is well-positioned to capture a significant portion of this TAM due to its broad licensing portfolio and strong brand recognition.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Strong brand recognition
  • Wide range of licenses
  • Affordable price point
  • Rapid product development
  • Strong retail partnerships

Weaknesses

  • Dependence on licensed properties
  • Inventory management challenges
  • Exposure to changing consumer tastes
  • Potential for product oversupply
  • Debt Load

Opportunities

  • Expansion into new product categories
  • Growth in international markets
  • Development of exclusive and limited-edition products
  • Leveraging digital channels for marketing and sales
  • Brand Collaborations

Threats

  • Competition from other collectible manufacturers
  • Decline in popularity of licensed properties
  • Economic downturn impacting consumer spending
  • Counterfeit products
  • Supply Chain disruptions

Competitors and Market Share

competitor logo Key Competitors

  • MAT
  • HAS

Competitive Landscape

Funko's advantages include its wide range of licenses and affordable price point. Disadvantages include its dependence on licensed properties and potential for product oversupply. Mattel and Hasbro have broader product portfolios and established distribution networks.

Major Acquisitions

Loungefly

  • Year: 2017
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 72
  • Strategic Rationale: Expanded Funko's product offerings into fashion accessories and strengthened its position in the pop culture market.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Funko experienced rapid growth in the years following its acquisition in 2005, driven by the popularity of its Pop! Vinyl figures and expansion into new licenses.

Future Projections: Future growth projections depend on factors such as continued demand for licensed products, expansion into new markets, and successful product development. Analyst estimates vary.

Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include focusing on direct-to-consumer sales, expanding into new product categories, and streamlining operations to improve profitability. They include forming partnerships with media creators and expanding lines of products.

Summary

Funko Inc. is a well-known company in the pop culture collectibles market, driven by their popular products such as Pop! Vinyl Figures and loungefly accessories. The company has established strong retail partnerships. However, Funko faces challenges related to debt, inventory management, and changes in consumer preferences. They need to address these to improve their financial health, product development and increase competitive advantages in the industry.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

  • Funko Inc. Investor Relations
  • MarketWatch
  • Company Filings

Disclaimers:

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About Funko Inc

Exchange NASDAQ
Headquaters Everett, WA, United States
IPO Launch date 2017-11-02
CEO & Director Ms. Cynthia W. Williams
Sector Consumer Cyclical
Industry Leisure
Full time employees 1267
Full time employees 1267

Funko, Inc., a pop culture consumer products company, designs, manufactures, and markets licensed pop culture products in the United States, Europe, and internationally. It offers media and entertainment content, including movies, television (TV) shows, video games, music, and sports; figures, handbags, backpacks, wallets, apparel, accessories, plush products, homewares, and digital non-fungible tokens; and art prints and vinyl records, posters, soundtracks, toys, apparel, books, games, and other collectibles. The company markets its products under the Pop!, Loungefly, Funko, Mystery Minis, Bitty Pop!, Funko action figures, Funko Plush, and Funko Soda brands; and licenses its properties under the classic evergreen, movie release, current TV, and current video game categories. The company sells its products through specialty retailers, mass-market retailers, e-commerce sites, and distributors; and at specialty licensing and comic book shows, conventions, and exhibitions, as well as through its e-commerce business. Funko, Inc. was incorporated in 2017 and is headquartered in Everett, Washington.