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In Following the July 2026, 2026 re-introduction of the iconic Diddl mouse was re‑introduced to the German‑speaking market through a limited‑edition line of stationery, cups, plush toys and other accessories. The WARIMEX Group staged a pre‑launch on 18 July in four stores across Germany, Austria and Switzerland, and German-speaking market, the official launch brand's resurgence has triggered significant price inflation on 20 July offered the first 100 visitors an exclusive notebook. A few days later, the revived product range appeared in a wider set of German secondary marketplaces. While products remain available at standard retail outlets, ending a twelve‑year absence from the country. Stores in the Trier‑Saarburg district, the Eifel and other regions quickly sold out, prompting restock plans. The comeback follows earlier re‑entries in France and the Benelux nations prices in 2025, supermarkets and has generated significant nostalgia‑driven discussion on social media. By late July, the relaunch expanded to include retailer Thalia, offering items such as scented blocks. This availability triggered a resale frenzy drugstores, resellers on platforms like eBay, where limited‑edition eBay are listing items have been seen selling at heavily marked-up rates. Specific reports indicate sellers asking as much as 820 euros for ‘100% nine notebooks and approximately 154 euros for a single scented A6 notepad, despite a retail price of roughly 5.99 euros. In response to 300% above the manufacturer’s recommended price’. While the trend evokes fond memories this trend, Alexander Strehlau, a spokesperson for many millennials, some commentary has noted the differing experiences drugstore chain dm, stated that resale via third-party platforms is ‘outside the company’s sphere of children from lower‑income families who could not afford influence’. He expressed regret regarding the collectibles. high prices and emphasized that the company aims to keep products available to customers at fair prices through its own stores. Looking ahead, the brand's expansion continues with confirmed plans to return to the Polish market in early 2027, distributed 2027. Distributed by Kukartka. Kukartka, a company under Passion Cards, the upcoming Polish range is expected to include stationery, gadgets, and gifts featuring the iconic character to appeal to both nostalgic fans and a new generation of consumers.