Popular Labubu dolls swiped by scalpers

This news segment discusses the sudden popularity and subsequent price inflation of Labubu dolls, collectible figures from the Chinese toy company Popmart. The report highlights the frustration of collectors facing inflated prices due to scalpers, who are reselling the dolls online for significantly higher prices than their retail value. Interviews with collectors, scalpers, and resellers reveal the intense demand, the role of surprise elements (rare "secret" dolls) in driving the market, and the ethical considerations surrounding scalping. The report also notes the involvement of celebrities like K-pop star Lisa and Lizzo in popularizing the dolls.