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Cocoa Prices Fall on Signs of Weak Chocolate Demand

December ICE NY cocoa (CCZ25 ) today is down -45 (-0.74%), and December ICE London cocoa #7 (CAZ25 ) is down -3 (-0.07%). Cocoa prices are sliding today but remain above Wednesday's 1-week lows. Comments today from the CEO of chocolate-maker Hershey are weighing on cocoa prices when he said...

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Halloween candy prices rising, spooked by Trump’s tariffs and climate change

Prices to spike by 10.8% this year, with some chocolatey treats seeing upticks of at least 20%, analysis shows

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What Kind of Halloween Candy Is The Cheapest in 2025?

Each year, Americans spend billions prepping for Halloween, and 2025 is shaping up to be another high-spend season. According to the National Retail Federation (NRF),...

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By the Numbers: Why trick-or-treaters may bag more gummy candy than chocolate this Halloween

Trick-or-treaters may find more fruity candy than chocolate among their Halloween handouts this year

The Independent UK

‘I gotta stop eating in the dark’: Woman opens brand-new package of Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups. Then she spots something scary

All one woman wanted was a Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup, but instead, she almost ate a worm. Yuck.

The Mary Sue

Spa worker sues after she was suspended for refusing to escort a transgender woman to the locker room

Jeriah Sellers, a devout Christian and part-time worker at Hershey’s MeltSpa in Pennsylvania, claims her employer violated her religious freedoms

The Independent UK

Reader’s Vote: Rank The Most Popular Halloween Candy Of 2025

Halloween approaches! Vote for your favorite treats and rank the most popular Halloween candy of 2025. See which sweets reign supreme in our reader's poll.

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Shaq Launches New Sneaker Shaped Gummies, Gives Away Free Shoes

Shaquille O'Neal is a man of many talents, known for his time in the NBA, as an NBA commentator and as an investor.

Benzinga

Hershey vs. Mondelez: Which Stock Wins Chocolate Season?

Cocoa inflation is squeezing candy makers, but Hershey’s diversification gives it an edge over Mondelez as holiday chocolate season heats up

MarketBeat

Hershey wins lawsuit which claimed its Halloween candy wasn’t as spooky as it seemed on the wrapper

Several customers described how they had bought chocolate products ‘they thought included cool, carved designs’ but had been disappointed when the products did not include those designs

The Independent UK

Analysts Turn Bullish on Hershey—Is Pepsi the Next Value Play?

Hershey stock is gaining analyst upgrades, while Pepsi trades at deep value. Here’s why both consumer staples could deliver upside in 2026.

MarketBeat

5 Best Halloween Items To Buy at Aldi Before They Sell Out

Aldi shoppers: consider scooping up the below Halloween items at Aldi this month.

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7 Halloween Items To Get at Costco That Cost Way More at Target

Halloween has become an expensive holiday, with Americans spending approximately $11.6 billion on Halloween each year, according to Boston University's "BU Today." But that doesn't mean that you have...

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8 Popular U.S. Foods That Shock (and Offend) Europeans

Think your favorite American snack is universally adored? Think again. To many Europeans, some iconic U.S. foods are more than odd—they’re downright offensive. From sweet-savory mashups to processed staples, what tastes like comfort here can read as culinary shock across the Atlantic. Understanding these quirks not only sparks laughs—it helps…

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5 Best Halloween Items To Buy at Sam’s Club Before They Sell Out

Consider buying the following Sam's Club items before they potentially sell out.

The Mary Sue

‘I feel like I got scammed’: Woman buys a $2 Kit-Kat from a Dollar Store. Then she takes a closer look at the packaging after it tasted weird

When biting into your favorite chocolate bar, you expect it to be rich and decadent, and to melt in your mouth. However, a Canadian woman had the opposite reaction when she sank her teeth into a Kit-Kat she purchased from the Dollar Haven, not realizing it wasn’t the same chocolate…

MarketBeat

Cocoa Futures Send Hershey Stock Lower, Dip Opportunity?

Cocoa futures rose to send Hershey stock lower on the assumption of higher costs, though financials reflect a resilient business with more upside.

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Are Wall Street Analysts Bullish on Hershey Stock?

As Hershey has lagged behind the broader market over the past year, Wall Street analysts maintain a cautious outlook on the stock’s prospects.

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Benzinga

Top 2 Risk Off Stocks That May Keep You Up At Night This Month

As of July 31, 2025, two stocks in the consumer staples sector could be flashing a real warning to investors who value momentum as a key criteria in their trading decisions.

The Independent UK

Oreo and Reese’s are teaming up to bring you these two new treats

Oreo and Reese’s are bowing to fan’s demands in releasing sweet mashups

The Independent UK

Collection of huge global brands issue warnings on Trump’s EU tariffs

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The Independent UK

Harley-Davidson, Hershey, Adidas, Mercedes warn of profit woes and tariff costs after US-EU 15% deal

Earnings announcements come as across-the-board tariffs set to take effect on Friday

Benzinga

Tariffs Take A Bite Out Of Hershey's Outlook

The Hershey Company (NYSE:HSY) shares surged Wednesday after the confectionery giant reported second-quarter earnings and sales that exceeded expectations, driven by volume gains and strategic execution across its U.S. confectionery and salty snacking businesses.

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7 Cost-Cutting Moves That Made Products Worse

In a world where profits often trump quality, companies are constantly finding ways to trim expenses. But some cost-cutting moves have gone too far—damaging once-beloved products, frustrating loyal customers, and destroying brand trust. Whether it’s swapping out key ingredients, shrinking package sizes, or outsourcing production, the results are often disappointing…

The Independent UK

Hershey and other chocolate makers hike prices as cocoa remains near record highs

Here’s the good news: The Hershey Company says it’s not raising prices for Halloween candy this year

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