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Hot Topic sells music and pop culture–inspired fashion and accessories to teens and young adults through online and physical stores. Their products include clothing, accessories, and collectibles like exclusive Funko Pop! figures, refreshed frequently with new arrivals and limited items. Customers shop online or in stores and can choose direct delivery or free in-store pickup; exclusive items and limited releases drive appeal. What sets Hot Topic apart is its focus on exclusive, trend-driven items tied to music and media, delivered through both online and brick-and-mortar channels. The goal is to serve a young, fashionable audience with fan-focused products while growing direct sales across channels.
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Consumer Goods
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Company Size
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Founded
1989
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/PRNewswire/ -- Spencer Spirit Holdings, Inc. announced today that it has signed a definitive agreement with Sycamore Partners to acquire Hot Topic, Inc. and...
Nintendo and Hot Topic reveal new exclusive Pikmin merchandise. Blowhogging it all Nintendo has expanded its collaboration with Hot Topic, revealing a new set of Pikmin merchandise including t-shirts, hoodies, a bag, a coin purse, and a cap. Available for pre-order on Hot Topic now (sorry, no international shipping on pre-orders - you might have to wait until they're released properly), delivery is scheduled to commence toward the end of the month. Prices range from $19.90 to $59.90 depending on what you're after, but honestly, we want the whole lot. So let's take a look at what's on offer: Pikmin fruit dad cap ($29.90). Pluck, bloom, repeat! This cream-colored dad cap is embroidered with all your fave Pikmin carrying different fruits. Comes with an adjustable strap. Pikmin characters hoodie ($59.90). Make your outfit bloom with all of your fave Pikmin! This brown hoodie features a trio of Pikmin printed on the chest, plus Pikmin carrying a Bulborb on the back. The right sleeve features a rubberized print of the game's title. Finished with a hood, front pockets and a rubber flower zipper pull. Pikmin Oatchi coin purse ($19.90). Keep your spare coins close by with this Pikmin coin purse! Inspired by the lovable Oatchi, this adorable yellow purse features ear, paw and nose appliqué details to bring the pup to life. Comes with a debossed "Pikmin" wrist strap, enamel flower charm and zipper closure. Pikmin Blue potted plant crossbody bag ($59.90). Take your favorite leaf-headed cuties around with you! This Pikmin crossbody bag is shaped like a potted plant, complete with fake grass and 3D flower appliqués, plus a Blue Pikmin peeking out! Complete with adjustable strap and zipper closure. Pikmin hoodie green ($54.90). Make your outfit bloom with all of your fave Pikmin! This green hoodie features a trio of Pikmin printed on the chest, plus Bulborb on the back! Pikmin characters t-shirt ($24.90). Bring a little adventure wherever you go with this T-shirt! Featuring a group of Pikmin working together to carry a variety of everyday and unexpected objects! Pretty cool selection, huh? Pikmin is in the midst of a dry spell as of late, with the last release being the original game's soundtrack on Nintendo Music. There was, however, a rating for a Nintendo Switch 2 Edition of Pikmin 3 Deluxe, so we'll be keeping a close eye on any potential announcements in the future. Do any of these new items take your fancy? Let us know in the comments if you plan on picking any of them up.
New Pikmin merch line now available exclusively at Hot Topic. Pikmin will always be a hot topic to me 15 July 2026 Nintendo has announced a collaboration with Hot Topic to produce a new wave of Pikmin themed merch. Strangely, this isn't the first time this has happened. Hot Topic has had Pikmin merch up before, including a Crossbody Bag - now that bag is returning alongside some new items. Here's the list of new merch items you can find in Hot Topic stores right now: * Pikmin Fruit Dad Cap - $24.90 * Pikmin Characters Hoodie - $59.90 * Pikmin Oatchi Coin Purse - $19.90 * Pikmin Blue Potted Plant Crossbody Bag - $59.90 * Pikmin Hoodie (Green) - $54.90 * Pikmin Characters T-Shirt - $24.90 Add comment. No comments yet. Be the first!
Six Flags hires Hot Topic CFO for finance chief. Ash Walia is joining the amusement park operator as it faces pressure from an activist investor. Published May 28, 2026 Dive brief: * Amusement park operator Six Flags Entertainment hired Ash Walia, most recently finance chief for retailer Hot Topic and a former Starbucks executive, as its next CFO effective June 17, the company announced in a Wednesday filing and press release. * Walia succeeds Brian Witherow, who left the company on May 8 after serving as finance chief beginning July 2024, according to Witherow's LinkedIn page and a securities filing. Dave Hoffman, who stepped in as interim CFO earlier this month, will continue to serve in his role as chief accounting officer with Walia's appointment. * The latest leadership change comes amid pressure from an activist investor, and follows about six months after John Reilly joined as president and CEO, according to a press release at the time. Reilly most recently served as CEO of Palace Entertainment U.S. and group chief operating officer at Parques Reunidos. Dive insight: Walia is joining the company as it faces challenges from activist investor Jana Partners which, along with football star Travis Kelce, has pushed the company to improve its marketing and customer experience, Reuters reported in October. In March, Jana called for a sale of the company, with Six Flags separately announcing Kelce would serve as a "brand ambassador" that month. Walia, 62, has served as finance chief for Hot Topic since 2021 and previously was CFO of 99 Cents Only Stores. From 2011 to 2018, he served in a number of senior leadership roles at coffee giant Starbucks. In his new role, he will earn an initial base salary of $690,000 and will receive restricted stock units with a grant date value of $1.25 million. He will also receive an annual equity grant with a target value of $1.8 million, according to the filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. "Six Flags is a storied business with a renowned portfolio of parks, and it is an honor to be joining the Company at such a pivotal moment," Walia said in a statement in the release. "With a new operating philosophy and clear strategic priorities, I believe Six Flags is well positioned to capture the tremendous opportunities ahead." Six Flags reported a net loss that widened to $269 million in the first quarter from $220 million, even as attendance increased 4% over the period and net revenues rose 12% to $225.6 million.
This Ani-May will be bigger than ever. It's gonna be Ani-May next week, and Crunchyroll is rolling out its biggest celebration ever, with online, retail, and in-person experiences across the globe. There's almost too much happening for one article to outline everything without being ridiculously long, so I'm going to focus on the global highlights and what's happening in the United States. For a complete look at everything going on across the world, head over to Ani-May headquarters. Across the world, take advantage of limited-time discounts on Fan and MegaFan memberships (for new and returning customers) on Crunchyroll - also available on a wide range of platforms (availability and pricing may vary slightly by partner and territory). Global discounts across Sony PlayStation (except for APAC), Prime Video, Amazon Fire TV, Google, Apple, Samsung, and Twitch. Additionally in the US via Crunchyroll, YouTube Primetime Channels, Prime Video Channels, in the Crunchyroll App on VIZIO, and on Roku. In the last few days of April, from April 27-30, enjoy early member access to savings in the Crunchyroll Store, with up to 26% off, and get an exclusive collectible Hime Pin gift with orders of $80 or more (varies by region). Speaking of the Crunchyroll Store, there will be new product releases, including soccer jerseys for Jujutsu Kaisen, Frieren: Beyond Journey's End, and Solo Levelling. Once you've got your discounted membership, make sure you stream some of the new spring anime lineup, like Witch Hat Atelier or Daemons of the Shadow Realm, both of which Farid is currently reviewing. Don't forget to tune into the Crunchyroll premiere of Chainsaw Man - The Movie: Reze Arc (except in France and Japan) on April 30. Meanwhile, That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime The Movie: Tears of the Azure Sea arrives in theaters across the globe beginning April 28 (May 1 in the US and Canada). You don't want to miss the 10th Annual Anime Awards, either! Happening on Saturday, May 23 and streaming live from Japan on YouTube Primetime Channels, TikTok, and Twitch, a star-studded lineup of anime-fan presenters (including The Weeknd, Winston Duke, and RZA) will bestow this year's winners with their awards. There will be more to stream with YouTube watch parties every Saturday night. Join in the fun with curated themes, creator co-streams, and community chat moments. Not to mention that there will be a 7-day anime marathon over at the Crunchyroll Twitch channel: a week of watch parties, creators, and interactive fan moments! There will also be Tiktok lives later in the month with a slate of watch parties and themed nights. Follow Crunchyroll on social media to enjoy content from the first-ever lineup of anime ambassadors - including REI AMI, Big Sean, and Noah Lyles, with more to be announced. All month long, the ambassadors will be joining Hime to bring the celebration to life through things like cosplay, curated Spotify playlists, dubbing moments, and more exclusive anime-inspired content. For the US, Hot Topic has once again partnered with Crunchyroll to launch a nationwide retail takeover. Fans can shop exclusive apparel and merchandise all month long. Follow both Crunchyroll and Hot Topic on Instagram for the chance to win Hot Topic gift cards and Crunchyroll subscriptions! (Hopefully you can find a Hot Topic. No shade but I know in my neck of the woods, it's getting harder to find a brick-and-mortar store.) Ani-May will also take over the online retailer Entertainment Earth, where fans can receive a collectible Hime sticker with any purchase of an Ani-May featured item. If you're in the NYC area, head to the Tamashii Nation Times Square store on May 10 to meet a special, surprise voice actor! Paid members can receive an exclusive Ani-May pin by showing proof of subscription (while supplies last). As I said, those are only the highlights! There is much more to enjoy all over the world. And I'm excited to know what you're excited about, so let me know in the comments. Jamie has a BA in English with a focus in creative writing from The Ohio State University. She self-published her first novel, The Perils of Long Hair on a Windy Day, which is available through Amazon. She is currently an archivist and lives in New York City with her demon ninja vampire cat. She covers television, books, movies, anime, and conventions in the NYC area. Do not copy its content in whole to other websites. If you are reading this anywhere besides TheGeekiary.com, it has been stolen. Read its policies before commenting. Be kind to each other. Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *
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Industries
Consumer Goods
Entertainment
Company Size
5,001-10,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
null
Founded
1989
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