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New research from Asda delves into Brits’ changing habits around Halloween

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Asda has announced the launch of its Halloween trends report, revealing the top consumer trends for Halloween 2024. Supported by research, the report shows that, with one in five (19%) UK consumers admitting they prefer Halloween to Christmas, and 30% calling for Halloween to be…

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