Searches for 'weighted stuffed animal' up 28% year-over-year as wellness plush goes mainstream
The weighted plush category is no longer a niche. Google search data shows "weighted stuffed animal" queries have increased 28% year-over-year in 2026
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Global plush market hits $15 billion: 5 key takeaways from the 2026 data
The global stuffed animal and plush toy market has crossed the $15 billion threshold in 2026, growing at approximately 8.3% year-over-year. Here are the
Plush toy market 2026: the numbers behind the $15 billion industry
The plush toy market has quietly become one of the most interesting stories in consumer products. While the broader toy industry struggled with flat growth
Plush Trend Index — March 2026: what's rising, what's falling, what's next
Every month, PlushPulse tracks the pulse of the global plush market — social media velocity, search trends, brand momentum, new releases, and collector sentiment — to identify