Toy News Magazine are reporting that 2006 saw a 5% growth in the toy market within the UK, and are expecting a similar rise accross Europe.
According to NPD's UK director Frederique Tutt said: "This strong
growth highlights the dynamism of the British economy and is expected
to be one of the best results for toys in Europe. Unlike 2004 and
2005, sales were strong every month over the last quarter of the year
and December also faired well with a four per cent growth year on
year."
The Top-Ten Best-Selling toys in the UK for 2006 were :-
1. Tamagotchi Connexion (Bandai)
2. V.Smile (VTech)
3. Dr Who figures (Character Options)
4. Baby Annabell (Zapf Creations)
5. Dr Who R/C Dalek (Character Options)
6. V.Smile software (VTech)
7. Bratz 4Ever Diamondz (MGA/Vivid)
8. Hot Wheel Asst. (Mattel)
9. Baby Born (Zapf Creation)
10. Power Rangers SPD Sound Figures (Bandai)
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