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Anthony Hazzard
April 16, 2025

Are egg prices making you consider not dying Easter eggs this year? Find out which company has created a cheaper (and unusual) alternative later in this email. 

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🐰 Money-Saving Easter Idea: Decorate … Marshmallows?

Decorating Easter eggs is a long-standing tradition. That is, under normal circumstances.

As of last week, the average price of one dozen eggs reached an all-time record of $6.23. That’s about 60% higher than one year ago.

Relief seems to be on the way. Wholesale prices have dropped to $3 for one dozen. The avian flu, which killed 30 million egg-laying hens in 2024, has been mostly contained. But it takes time for wholesale prices to reach grocery store shelves. And that likely won’t happen before Easter.

One marshmallow company is attempting to capitalize on the record egg prices. Jet-Puffed, maker of fluffy, giant marshmallows, sells at about $2 per bag. The white outer coating is easy to dye, according to CNN reporting.

The company is selling a “Dip and Decorate Dozen” kit for $1.99 (six colors, miniature tongs, decorating pens and 24 ounces of marshmallows almost as large as eggs).

Walmart is partnering with Jet-Puffed to sell the kits. In addition to saving some money, it may provide an opportunity to sneak a sweet puffy snack while decorating.

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📊 Stat of the Day

📈 74%: The increase in accounting hires in 2024. Accounting salaries also grew 15% on average. Both figures were the highest among any career group according to Deel. Increasingly complex business tax requirements and fewer college-graduating students entering the field were two major reasons.

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