Halloween Candy Sales Down Amid High Prices and Affordability Concerns

• Halloween candy sales are down as higher costs for housing, food, and gas leave Americans with less money to spend on treats.
• Chocolate prices have notably increased, contributing to affordability concerns among consumers.
• Halloween candy sales fell 6.7% in the month ending Oct. 17 compared to the same period last year.
• NielsenIQ reported an 11.7% decline in candy sales in mid-September, erasing preseason gains.
• Consumers are opting for smaller bags of candy and abandoning larger sizes due to high fuel prices.