Mars Launches Marvel Comics Collaboration with M&M's at Walmart
What happened
Mars Snacking launched a limited-edition collection featuring seven character mash-ups, where M&M's characters are dressed as Marvel heroes and villains. These packs are rolling out nationwide in the US starting in October, and a separate Doctor Doom pack is available exclusively at Walmart. The collection also includes exclusive comic books and sweepstakes.
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Why it matters
The collaboration drives consumer demand for Mars products by linking them to Marvel Comics intellectual property. The availability of exclusive packs at Walmart could increase retail sales for Mars.
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Who's involved
- MarsLaunched the limited-edition M&M's Marvel packs.
- WalmartRetailer carrying the exclusive Doctor Doom pack.
- Marvel ComicsProvided the intellectual property for the character mash-ups.
- The Walt Disney CompanyParent company of the entity that publishes Marvel Comics.
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- WalmartSpeculative
Walmart could see increased sales volume for the featured Mars products.
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The entities involved
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Mars
American rapper
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Walmart
U.S. discount retailer based in Arkansas
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Marvel Comics
company that publishes comic books and related media