1. Department: Consumer Durables

Barbie stokes Mattel’s Q3 sales, leaving Hasbro in the dust as holidays loom

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​The iconic doll’s blockbuster movie has spurred a remarkable comeback. But the season still could be a tough one for toys. 

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