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Why adults are buying toys

Al Jazeera Tuesday 10 November 2026, 06:38 UTC 1 min read
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Why adults are buying toys Money Works Why adults are buying toys The toy industry has a new favourite consumer and its grownups. Adults with no children have more disposable income to spend and are propping up the market through the nostalgia economy. Al Jazeera’s Yasmeen ElTahan explains.

Why adults are buying toys Money Works Why adults are buying toys The toy industry has a new favourite consumer and its grownups. Adults with no children have more disposable income to spend and are propping up the market through the nostalgia economy. Al Jazeera’s Yasmeen ElTahan explains. Published On 10 Nov 2026
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