Coverage dated September 22, 2026

‘TOYS’ STORY: Overgrown ‘kids’ fuel iconic retailer's massive comeback

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“I don't wanna grow up / I'm a Toys ‘R’ Us kid.” America's most famous toy retailer taught generations of American children that maturity was something to avoid. 'We're seeing toys increasingly function as hobbies.' Customers 'R' old Turns out they listened.

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    “I don't wanna grow up / I'm a Toys ‘R’ Us kid.” America's most famous toy retailer taught generations of American children that maturity was something to avoid. 'We're seeing toys increasingly function as hobbies.' Customers 'R' old Turns out they listened.

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