Coverage dated October 12, 2026 to October 13, 2026

Halloween candy shoppers hit by ‘cocoa shock’ costs

Headline from The Oregonian

Non-chocolate Halloween candy like gummies has also experienced an increase in costs.

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6 articles, oldest first.

  1. Quartz

    Halloween chocolate prices are up 15.5% as cocoa shock hits shoppers (opens Quartz)

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    Quartz's feed description

    Non-chocolate candy prices have risen a more modest 1.8%, giving cost-conscious shoppers a potential workaround this season

  2. The Oregonian

    Halloween candy shoppers hit by ‘cocoa shock’ costs (opens The Oregonian)

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    The Oregonian's feed description

    Non-chocolate Halloween candy like gummies has also experienced an increase in costs.

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