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Halloween Candy Trends and Price Hikes in 2025

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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:businessconsumer-economics#candy-trends#chocolate-prices#consumer-economics#cost-of-living#halloween-candy#shrinkflation
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  1. Boo to spooky chocolate prices! It's the year of chewy, fruity Halloween treats  NPR
  2. 2025 Halloween Candy Trends  The New York Times
  3. From pets to pop culture, Americans are splurging on Halloween like never before  NWPB
  4. Halloween price hikes may make for a scarier holiday for your wallet  CBS News
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