Ariel Investments, with a 5.4% stake, sent a letter to Mattel's board urging exploration of a sale, merger, or asset divestiture. Mattel acknowledged the letter. The push follows a reported approach from Authentic Brands Group at over $20 per share. Mattel shares jumped 19% last week on that news.
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