The National Retail Federation has already declared Halloween 2010 a success, with trick-or-treaters and party-goers shelling out more on costumes, candy, and decorations than they did last year. "People are expected to embrace Halloween with even more enthusiasm," says NRF chief executive Matt Shay. How much enthusiasm? Here are the numbers:
$66.28
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