Analysis of the Labubu craze and the fate of related Meme coins
Recently, the stock price of Labubu toy manufacturer has soared, with a market value exceeding 350 billion HKD. The company's founder has thus become the newly ranked richest person in Henan. By the end of last year, the company had 401 stores in mainland China, and 130 stores in Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan, and overseas, covering more than 30 countries and regions, with overseas revenue accounting for over 38%. Meanwhile, its namesake Meme coin LABUBU has not been spared from market fluctuations, with the current market value dropping to 27.89 million USD, and a 24-hour decline of 20.4%.
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The origin and development of Labubu
Labubu is a uniquely shaped plush toy character featuring a round body, big eyes, pointy ears, and a mischievous smile with nine sharp teeth. This image was created by the artist Long Jiasheng, inspired by Nordic folklore and mythology.