Halloween candy sales are off to a slow start amid high chocolate prices and affordability concerns

A local news story from North Carolina, reported by WCNC Charlotte.

Local News · North Carolina · October 24, 2026

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Halloween candy sales are down as higher costs for housing, food and gas leave Americans with less money to spend on treats.

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