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Hershey warns of candy sales slump amid inflation and high gas prices

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Hershey is experiencing a sales slump in candy, particularly at convenience stores, due to high gas prices and inflation impacting consumer spending. While overall Halloween spending is projected to be a record, shoppers are being more budget-conscious, leading to decreased volume despite higher prices. The company is hoping for a strong finish to the Halloween season, with the final days being critical for sales. AI

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Hershey warns of candy sales slump amid inflation and high gas prices

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Cordell Jones ·

    Hershey warns Americans squeezed by gas prices are buying less candy—and Halloween’s final days are ‘really critical’

    Candy sales at convenience stores fell 5% in September, and Hershey’s exec says the company now needs consumers to “show up” in the last days before Halloween.

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