If you’ve seen videos of people tearing into tiny toy packages online, or noticed teens obsessing over pastel-coloured figurines at the mall, you’ve probably encountered the global craze for blind box ...

Editor's note: Follow along for info on more Labubu blind boxes that will be available on Thursday, Aug. 21. Pop Mart will be restocking and selling several of their Labubu blind boxes, which usually ...

NEW YORK (Reuters) -While U.S. consumers keep searching for an authentic Pop Mart Labubu, rivals are introducing their own cheaper, easier-to- find "blind box" products for the key holiday shopping ...

Labubu emerged as a standout character in the toy world, blending whimsy with mischief. This elf-like figure captured global ...

And yet, it’s North America that currently dominates the global blind box market. Asia-Pacific, led by China and India, is the fastest-growing region, with a 7.8 percent compound annual growth rate.

Blind boxes have existed for decades. Whether it be trinkets in Kinder Surprise Eggs, keychains inside bright colored plastic balls from coin slot machines, or action figures in the bottom of a Happy ...

So-called blind-box toys -- collectible figures in mystery packaging -- are China's latest speculative craze. Reveal the right toy, and a few dollars can turn into hundreds on the resale market. Now ...

Retailers are expanding blind box toy offerings for the holidays. Blind box toys appeal due to low prices and addictive shopping experience. Collectors drive toy growth, but overall holiday sales may ...