Toy firm Character lifted by Spider-Man prospects

Toy firm Character today posted a 122% jump in profits and said it was set for an exciting six months after the launch of a range of Spiderman toys.

Character said pre-tax profits rose to £6.3m (€9.2m) in the six months to February 28, up from £3m (€4.4m) last year after demand for its Doctor Who toy ranges drove sales at the firm.