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Mattel, Inc. Announces Additional Layoffs Amid Restructuring Efforts

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EFFECTIVE DATE
Apr 16, 2026

What we know

Location: El Segundo, California.

Based on news reporting.

Summary

Mattel, Inc. has announced another round of layoffs, affecting approximately 250 employees at its El Segundo, California headquarters. This decision is part of the company's ongoing restructuring efforts aimed at streamlining operations and reducing costs. The layoffs are a response to the challenging market conditions and declining sales in the toy industry. Mattel has been focusing on improving its financial performance and adapting to changing consumer preferences. The company previously laid off staff earlier this year, indicating a continued effort to realign its workforce with current business needs.

LayoffTalk has tracked 8 layoff events at Mattel, Inc. since April 2023, including 379 jobs documented in official WARN filings, with 4 additional events known from news reporting.

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Mattel, Inc.MAT
Consumer Discretionary · 3,000 employees
8
EVENTS TRACKED
379
JOBS IN WARN FILINGS
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CREATED MAR 31, 2026LAST UPDATED AUG 12, 2026