WEST LAFAYETTE – Halloween spending is expected to remain relatively flat this year as rising prices push consumers to look for ways to celebrate while keeping costs under control, according to Larissa Adamiec, a clinical assistant professor of finance at Purdue…
SOUTHERN ILLINOIS (HEARTLAND NEWS) — Halloween is bringing more than ghosts, goblins and trick-or-treaters this year. It’s also bringing higher prices, especially for families stocking up on candy. But despite the rising costs, Americans aren’t expected to cut back much on…
The National Retail Federation (NRF) expects Halloween spending to reach $13.5 billion in 2026, up from $13.1 billion last year. That’s roughly $115.14 spent on Halloween costs per person in 2026, which is just a touch higher than the $114.45 spent in 2025. The increase in spending…
Do you think you know how much the cost of Halloween costumes has changed? On average, adults plan to spend $59.29 this year on costumes, according to a survey from the Halloween and Costume Association. Total Halloween spending has increased over…
Christmas is just around the corner with Boxing Day on a weekend this year(Image: Olga Rolenko via Getty Images) Although Christmas Day and Boxing Day fall on December 25 and 26 every year, the associated bank holidays can shift. If either…
Halloween has become serious business in America, and even the family dog is getting a piece of the action. Americans expect to spend $13.5 billion celebrating Halloween in 2026, including approximately $920 million on costumes for their pets, according to the National Retail…
The costs of the 12-foot skeletons, costumes and candy can really stack up. Halloween 2026 is no different than prior years. According to the National Retail Federation, Americans are expected to spend a terrifying $13.5 billion this year. It is up slightly…
Planning a wedding is an exciting and emotional journey, but let’s face it—unexpected things can, and often do, happen. From sudden cancellations to accidents during the big day, having the right wedding insurance can be a lifesaver to protect…
Updated 23 Oct 2026, 11:10am First published 23 Oct 2026, 11:09am Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year and with household costs continuing to squeeze Australians, many are bringing forward the festive cheer with new research revealing 8.8 million people decorating for the season before…
Participation is expected to fall to 18% from 21% last year. Australians are expected to spend $510m on Halloween this year, up 2% from 2025, despite fewer people planning to celebrate amidst cost-of-living pressures, according to research by the Australia Retail Council (ARC) and Roy…
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