Source: BroBible
Summary
Trey Stewart, a TikTok user, is boycotting Halloween after seeing the price of a 55-piece bag of Reese’s candy at Walmart, which cost $29. He expresses frustration with inflation and the early release of Halloween merchandise in August. Viewers share similar outrage over the price, with some commenting on the greed of manufacturers and retailers. The article also discusses the broader issue of food price inflation and the impact of cocoa prices on chocolate manufacturers.
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The habit gets a new name.
Inflation is the new Halloween monster. A bag of Reese’s candy costs $29. The timing is also a trick, with Halloween merchandise appearing in August. Retailers are trying to capture shoppers early, but it’s a treat for their wallets, not ours. The real horror is the 12% price increase by Hershey to offset cocoa costs.
Seasonal products are now a year-round thing, because who needs a break from buying stuff?
Author: Evan Null
