Halloween Spending Expected to Set Record. Bargain-Hunting Dominates. — Barrons.com

By Evie LiuAmericans aren't giving up Halloween despite persistent inflation, but they're becoming considerably more careful about how much they pay for it.Consumers are expected to spend $13.5 billion on Halloween this year, up from a record $13.1 billion in 2025, according to a National Retail Fe…