Business & Markets — October 25, 2026

Instacart explores a sale. Instacart has reportedly discussed selling itself to potential acquirers, with DoorDash interested and Uber passing. A sale would consolidate much of U.S. food delivery under one roof.

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Halloween candy sales start slow. Halloween candy sales are off to a slow start as record cocoa prices and elevated living costs push shoppers to buy less ahead of trick-or-treating Saturday.

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Airlines raise fares, cut flights. Rising jet fuel prices are reshaping the U.S. airline industry, bringing higher fares, premium-heavy cabins, and reduced capacity as travelers head into the holiday season.

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