Trick-or-treaters may notice smaller candies this year.
According to The Washington Post, candy companies are reducing the size of candy amid skyrocketing inflation.
The Post listed examples of smaller sizes:
- A bag of dark chocolate Hershey's Kisses is now two ounces smaller
- A two-pack of Reese's Peanut Butter Cups has been lightened to a tenth of an ounce
- Cadbury milk chocolate bars are about 10% lighter
While candy sizes are shrinking, The Post reports that prices are not falling. It cites a report that shows the price of some candies is up about 15%.
The smaller candies aren't just tied to inflation. The publication reports that the smaller candies are also a result of companies trying to reduce calorie counts. It said several candy companies agreed in 2017 to offer smaller sizes and display calorie information more prominently.
