How much money do Americans waste on uneaten candy for Halloween?

ngpf.org 10/20/23

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Source: Apartment Therapy

$400 Million in uneaten candy

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FOLLOW-UP QUESTIONS

1. Why do you think that Americans buy more candy than is eaten on Halloween? What factors influence the decision on how much to buy?
2. How much candy do you typically eat over Halloween? What do you do with the leftovers?
3. What are some strategies to avoid overspending on holidays such as Halloween?