Halloween Spending Expected to Total $8 Billion

According to the National Retail Federation, an estimated 71.5 percent of U.S. will celebrate Halloween this year, up from 68.6 percent last year and a record number for the holiday. Spending is also expected to increase, with consumers reporting they will hand over an average of $79.82 for decorations, costumes and candy, up from the $72.31 reported last year.