Why Higher Candy Prices Won’t Spoil This Halloween
2 sources·Updated October 30, 2026
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- NPR News Now·3h agoCandy prices got you scared stiff? What to know about the cost of Halloween this year
Prices for candy, the most popular Halloween purchase, and gum have risen 7.7% in one year and are up more than 18% in two years, according to the latest federal data.
Read at NPR News Now → - Forbes Business·17h agoWhy Higher Candy Prices Won’t Spoil This Halloween
Despite higher candy prices, Halloween 2026 spending is expected to hit a record as shoppers hunt for bargains on sweets or turn to healthier alternatives.
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