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flag Halloween candy prices and chocolate content are down in 2025 due to climate-affected cocoa shortages, pushing consumers toward cheaper alternatives.

flag Halloween candy prices are rising in 2025 due to three consecutive years of poor cocoa harvests in West Africa, driven by climate change, extreme weather, and disease. flag Major brands like Hershey, Nestlé, Mars, and Lindt have increased prices and reduced chocolate content by using fillers, shrinking bag sizes, or introducing non-chocolate options like white creme or marshmallow-based treats. flag Consumers are noticing fewer chocolate pieces and shifting toward cheaper gummy, sour, and fruity candies. flag Despite inflation, overall Halloween spending is projected to reach $114.45 per shopper—surpassing 2023’s record—reflecting sustained consumer enthusiasm for the holiday.

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