The Top 5 Stories from the Week of April 27

Sixteen new licensees for Shopkins, ABG takes on the Michael Jackson brand and dELIA*s plot its return … these are the stories that shaped the week of April 27.

April 6, 2018

The Top 5 Stories from the Week of April 27

Shopkins Bags 16 New Licensees

Moose Toys has added 16 new licensees for its Shopkins brand in the U.S. and Canada, in a series of deals brokered by The Licensing Shop.

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ABG Takes on Michael Jackson Brand

The Estate of Michael Jackson has partnered with Authentic Brands Group to grow the endorsements and consumer product program for The King of Pop's brand.

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Fab NY Exec to Lead dELIA*s Comeback

Teen retailer dELiA*s, which filed for bankruptcy in December, will re-launch exclusively online this August under new ownership led by Steve Russo of licensee FAB NY.

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Sanrio Brings New Character to U.S.

Sanrio is bringing its latest hit character to the U.S.: Gudetama-The Lazy Egg.

Toys R' Us stores across the U.S. and online are gearing up to bring fans to

a galaxy far, far away with a year-long celebration in honor of the

Star Wars

saga.

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