The Scariest Thing This Halloween Might be Chocolate Prices
Halloween candy prices are soaring due to rising chocolate costs driven by poor harvests in Africa and a global cocoa production deficit.
Halloween candy prices are soaring due to rising chocolate costs driven by poor harvests in Africa and a global cocoa production deficit.
Hurricane Milton, a Category 5 storm with winds up to 180 mph, is expected to hit Tampa Bay Wednesday, causing billions in damage to real estate and crops. Florida state officials have issued urgent warnings.
Retailers have ramped up their merchandise deliveries amid a threatened strike by U.S. dockworkers that could disrupt the imminent holiday shopping season. 45,000 dockworkers are poised to walk out at 36 ports along the East and Gulf coasts following the expiration of the longshoremen’s six-year master contract, which expires on October 1.
Despite declining restaurant traffic, major foodservice distributors reported strong performances in Q2. They remain confident in their strategies, including making long-term investments.