Since 1977, Star Wars movies have been a powerful force in American culture, and along with that came many toys from a galaxy far, far away. The newest installment in this movie franchise already has ports around the world feeling the force of Star Wars imports.
On December 18th the new Star Wars movie, The Force Awakens, is set to hit theaters around the globe and stores across America are stocking up on Star Wars imports to sell to fanatics. Listed below are four crazy facts about Star Wars imports that will have you looking for those droid toys you thought you’d never find.
The Numbers Behind Star Wars Imports
- Experts are anticipating a 10.9% increase in toy imports into America from Asian countries
Mainly from countries like China and Vietnam, this increase in toy imports is largely expected to be Star Wars related imports and is the highest level of such importing since 2010. - China held 83.9% of the market year-to-date through September 2015, on U.S. toy imports
These numbers are equivalent to a 0.4% increase when compared to numbers from 2014. - Retailers are offering over 4,000 Star Wars related toys and products to consumers this holiday season
From special edition makeup kits to rare Millennium Falcon drones, if you’re looking for a gift to buy the Star Wars fan on your list go shopping literally anywhere and you’ll find something. - Star Wars tie-in products are expected to reel in close to $5 billion in 2016
This shows that Star Wars popularity is only increasing as licensed product sales since 1977 have amassed an estimated $20 billion to $32 billion.
These facts show that Star Wars imports have truly awakened the world’s economy with the newest movie of the franchise coming to theaters in mere days. Consider checking out a store near you so see how these imports are impacting the American economy.
