Rising toy prices could make popular Christmas gifts harder to find

Summary

Toy retailers are warning higher production and transportation costs could mean rising prices and tighter supplies for some popular Christmas gifts. Industry representatives say higher energy prices are also contributing to rising costs because many toys are made with fossil fuel-based plastics. At a toy store in suburban B.C. - the owner says he is gradually raising some prices as restocking becomes more expensive, while consumers appear to be turning toward smaller, more affordable toys. Strong demand could make some popular items difficult to find as we get closer to the holiday season …

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