Funko shares are plunging in Friday trading. The company reported Q2 financial results that missed Wall Street expectations and provided a weak forecast.
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Shares of pop culture collectibles manufacturer Funko (NASDAQ:FNKO)
fell 31.4% in the morning session after the company reported second-quarter 2025 results that saw key profitability metrics fall short of Wall Street's expectations. While the company's revenue of $193.5 million came in ahead of analysts' forecasts, it still represented a steep 21.9% decline compared to the same quarter last year. The main cause for investor concern was on the bottom line, where Funko's adjusted loss per share of $0.48 missed consensus estimates. The company also reported a significant adjusted EBITDA loss of $16.53 million and burned through $22.18 million in free cash flow. This performance was driven by a sharp deterioration in profitability, with the operating margin plunging to negative 18% from a positive 4.3% a year ago, highlighting the company's ongoing operational challenges.
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Pop culture collectibles manufacturer Funko (NASDAQ:FNKO) reported revenue ahead of Wall Street’s expectations in Q2 CY2025, but sales fell by 21.9% year on year to $193.5 million. Its non-GAAP loss of $0.48 per share was 11.6% below analysts’ consensus estimates.
A number of stocks jumped in the morning session after markets rebounded following a sharp sell-off in the previous trading session as weaker-than-expected U.S. jobs data fueled investor hopes for a potential interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve.
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Shares of pop culture collectibles manufacturer Funko (NASDAQ:FNKO)
fell 5.3% in the morning session after investment firm DA Davidson lowered its estimates for the company, citing commentary from competitors regarding delayed retailer ordering. While investment firm DA Davidson maintained its "Buy" rating and $7.00 price target on the stock, it also lowered its financial estimates. The firm's decision came after competitor commentary suggested that retailers were delaying orders, a trend that was expected to impact Funko. This news appeared to overshadow the firm's positive view on Funko's brand strength with its core customers.
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Shares of pop culture collectibles manufacturer Funko (NASDAQ:FNKO)
jumped 5% in the afternoon session after the company's stock benefited from a broader market rally fueled by strong U.S. economic data.
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Pop culture collectibles manufacturer Funko (NASDAQ:FNKO) met Wall Street’s revenue expectations in Q1 CY2025, but sales fell by 11.6% year on year to $190.7 million. Its non-GAAP loss of $0.33 per share was 24.1% above analysts’ consensus estimates.
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While strong cash flow is a key indicator of stability, it doesn’t always translate to superior returns.
Some cash-heavy businesses struggle with inefficient spending, slowing demand, or weak competitive positioning.
A number of stocks jumped in the afternoon session after the major indices rebounded (Nasdaq +2.0%, S&P 500 +1.5%) as President Trump postponed the planned 50% tariff on European Union imports, shifting the start date to July 9, 2025.
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and over the past six months, the industry has shed 5.8%. This performance was worse than the S&P 500’s 1% fall.
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