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Halloween Candy Prices Surge 45% Amid Cocoa Shortage

10/29/2025

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Candy Price Surge

Halloween candy prices are surging due to tariffs from the Trump administration, a cocoa shortage, and inflation.
In Chicago, candy prices have risen 45% over the past decade and 8% from last year.
Experts attribute the rise to poor weather reducing West African cocoa production, which supplies 70% of the world's cocoa.
Some consumers report prices as high as $25 for 200 pieces of chocolate, prompting non-chocolate options and discounts.

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Adults Embrace Halloween

About two-thirds of U.S. adults plan to participate in Halloween celebrations this year.
About 80% of households with children under 18 intend to celebrate.
Popular activities include costumes and trick-or-treating.
Favorites include characters from The Nightmare Before Christmas and Pokémon.
Despite rising candy prices, the holiday spirit remains strong as communities celebrate.

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Candy Price Surge

Halloween candy prices are surging due to tariffs from the Trump administration, a cocoa shortage, and inflation.
In Chicago, candy prices have risen 45% over the past decade and 8% from last year.
Experts attribute the rise to poor weather reducing West African cocoa production, which supplies 70% of the world's cocoa.
Some consumers report prices as high as $25 for 200 pieces of chocolate, prompting non-chocolate options and discounts.

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