Halloween Candy Trends and Price Hikes in 2025
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Halloween candy prices are rising for the second year in a row due to increased cocoa costs and shrinkflation, leading consumers to buy smaller or less chocolatey treats and switch to more affordable options like gummies and Tootsie Rolls, while overall spending on Halloween remains high.
Topics:business#candy-trends#chocolate-prices#consumer-economics#cost-of-living#halloween-candy#shrinkflation
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