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Funko Faces $40.5M Loss, Cuts Workforce Amid Decline

8/11/2025

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Funko experienced a $40.5 million loss and a 22% sales decline in Q2 2023, leading to a 20% workforce cut.
CEO Cynthia Williams was removed after 14 months amid persistent sales difficulties.
The company intends to relocate production from China to Vietnam to reduce tariff effects.
Sales of core collectibles dropped nearly 16%, with higher-end lines like Loungefly down 23%.
Executives express optimism about potential future improvements despite current challenges.

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Story summary

Funko experienced a $40.5 million loss and a 22% sales decline in Q2 2023, leading to a 20% workforce cut.
CEO Cynthia Williams was removed after 14 months amid persistent sales difficulties.
The company intends to relocate production from China to Vietnam to reduce tariff effects.
Sales of core collectibles dropped nearly 16%, with higher-end lines like Loungefly down 23%.
Executives express optimism about potential future improvements despite current challenges.