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The scariest part of Halloween: supply chains

by Sabri Ben-Achour
Oct 2, 2023
Consumers may spend a record $12.2 billion this year — that's the treat. But sellers may need tricks to bring their goods to market.
Analysts expect monster Halloween sales this year.
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The spookiest thing about Halloween? The waste.

by Dylan Miettinen
Oct 29, 2021
By one estimate, Americans will spend more than $10 billion on candy, costumes and decor this year.
A jack-o'-lantern sits in a garbage can after Halloween night.
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Tricky pandemic Halloween might be a treat for businesses

by Kristin Schwab
Oct 5, 2020
"It could either be the worst year we've ever had or the best year we've ever had," said one costume retailer.
Halloween is a nearly $9 billion industry, according to the National Retail Federation. Above, people shop for Halloween items in Alhambra, California.
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Let's do the numbers: Halloween edition

by Mark Salay
Oct 9, 2017
Halloween spending is expected to hit a record $9.1 billion this year.
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