Rocketing Black Friday online sales threaten delivery meltdown over Christmas, experts warn
4 years, 1 month ago

Rocketing Black Friday online sales threaten delivery meltdown over Christmas, experts warn

Daily Mail  

An extraordinary surge in Black Friday internet shopping is threatening to cause a delivery meltdown, experts have warned. An additional 200million online orders are expected in the run-up to Christmas this year – 50 per cent more than last year – as purchases online overtake those on the high street for the first time. However, industry experts worry there are not enough packers, drivers and vans to cope because the Black Friday weekend – described as the 'Mount Everest of Christmas peaks' – falls in lockdown. An additional 200million online orders are expected in the run-up to Christmas this year – 50 per cent more than last year – as purchases online overtake those on the high street for the first time Industry experts worry there are not enough packers, drivers and vans to cope with the surge in purchases because the Black Friday weekend – described as the 'Mount Everest of Christmas peaks' – falls in lockdown. Royal Mail is taking on 33,000 seasonal workers, Amazon UK is recruiting 20,000 staff, Hermes 13,000 and Yodel 3,000, but Mr Jinks fears this will not be enough to meet demand for deliveries in what is set to be a record year 'Due to Black Friday, this Mount Everest of Christmas peaks will spike between November 27-30 – still inside the critical lockdown period in England.

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Record-breaking Black Friday goes digital as holiday shopping embraces online convenience; Cyber Monday sales skyrocket
1 month ago

Record-breaking Black Friday goes digital as holiday shopping embraces online convenience; Cyber Monday sales skyrocket

Hindustan Times  

Shopping mania is at an all-time high during the 2024 holiday season, with Adobe forecasting Cyber Monday’s record-high peak will surpass Black Friday to become the biggest shopping day of the year. Despite the shopping holiday previously being “anchored by in-store shopping,” Pandy noted that “with mobile, AI, and chatbots reshaping consumer behaviour, we expect online sales to continue growing …

Black Friday and Cyber Monday transactions decline for first time in years
1 month ago

Black Friday and Cyber Monday transactions decline for first time in years

NL Times  

For the first time since 2016, Black Friday saw a drop in iDEAL transactions, with 5.82 million payments processed, an 18.4 percent decrease from last year's 7.13 million transactions. Cyber Monday transactions also fell slightly, from 5.12 million in 2023 to 5.10 million this year, according to data from online payment system iDEAL and Betaalvereniging Nederland. The diversity of discounts—ranging …

Amazon Black Friday Week ends TONIGHT! The 35 best Cyber Monday deals shoppers are racing to buy - from discounted Apple AirPods and air fryers to Echo devices
1 month ago

Amazon Black Friday Week ends TONIGHT! The 35 best Cyber Monday deals shoppers are racing to buy - from discounted Apple AirPods and air fryers to Echo devices

Daily Mail  

SHOPPING – Contains affiliated content. The Amazon Black Friday Week 2024 sale wraps up at midnight tonight, Cyber Monday, December 2. Plus, if you’re ticking off your Christmas gift list, don’t miss the Guinness World Records 2025, Baileys Original Irish Cream Liqueur, and the festive Yankee Candle Christmas Magic Large Jar Candle. Ahead we've rounded up the 35 best Amazon …

Cyber Monday shoppers expected to set a record on the year’s biggest day for online shopping
1 month, 1 week ago

Cyber Monday shoppers expected to set a record on the year’s biggest day for online shopping

Associated Press  

Consumers in the United States are scouring the internet for online deals as they look to take advantage of the post-Thanksgiving shopping marathon with Cyber Monday. Even though e-commerce is now part and parcel of many people’s regular routines and the holiday shopping season, Cyber Monday — a term coined in 2005 by the National Retail Federation — has become …

Cyber Monday expected to see record spending
1 month, 1 week ago

Cyber Monday expected to see record spending

Salon  

From fruit blenders to noise-canceling headphones, e-commerce sites are slashing prices on almost everything for Cyber Monday, the biggest online shopping day of the year. According to The Associated Press, consumers are expected to spend $13.2 billion on Monday, with spending at an estimated $15.7 million per minute during peak hours of 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. Brick-and-mortar stores reported …

Cyber Monday shoppers are expected to set a record on the year’s biggest day for online purchases
1 month, 1 week ago

Cyber Monday shoppers are expected to set a record on the year’s biggest day for online purchases

LA Times  

Consumers in the United States are scouring the internet for online deals as they look to take advantage of the post-Thanksgiving shopping marathon on Cyber Monday. Even though e-commerce is now part and parcel of many people’s regular routines and the holiday shopping season, Cyber Monday — a term coined in 2005 by the National Retail Federation — has become …

Cyber Monday 2024: Major retailers kick off early sales ahead of December 2 event
1 month, 1 week ago

Cyber Monday 2024: Major retailers kick off early sales ahead of December 2 event

Live Mint  

Cyber Monday 2024 is falling on Monday, but many retailers have already kicked off early sales events. According to a survey by the National Retail Federation, around 72.3 million Americans are expected to shop on Cyber Monday, making it the second largest shopping event of the year, right after Black Friday. Cyber Monday 2024 is shaping up to be another …

Black Friday goes digital as Americans rack up $10bn worth of online purchases
1 month, 1 week ago

Black Friday goes digital as Americans rack up $10bn worth of online purchases

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Americans spent a staggering …

Cyber Monday 2024: Top deals from Amazon, Best Buy, Target, Kohl’s, and Walmart in US
1 month, 1 week ago

Cyber Monday 2024: Top deals from Amazon, Best Buy, Target, Kohl’s, and Walmart in US

Live Mint  

The holiday shopping season is in full swing, and Cyber Monday has extended its reach beyond a single day. Unlike Black Friday’s in-store rush, Cyber Monday is primarily an online shopping event. The 2024 Cyber Monday shopping spree is officially underway, with major retailers unveiling deals early to entice shoppers. Best Buy Best Buy's Cyber Monday sale kicks off on …

Is Black Friday still a holiday shopping juggernaut in 2024?
1 month, 1 week ago

Is Black Friday still a holiday shopping juggernaut in 2024?

Hindustan Times  

NEW YORK — After weeks of pushing early deals, retailers in the United States and some other countries tried to seduce customers with promises of bigger discounts on Black Friday, the sales event that still reigns as the unofficial kickoff of the holiday shopping season even if it's lost some luster. Enough consumers enjoy holiday shopping in person that Black …

Black Friday deals you can’t miss in the US: Amazon, Target, Walmart, Macy’s and more
1 month, 1 week ago

Black Friday deals you can’t miss in the US: Amazon, Target, Walmart, Macy’s and more

Live Mint  

Black Friday 2024 has arrived, bringing some of the year's best deals across a wide range of products at stores throughout the United States. Whether you're looking for the latest tech, home essentials, or holiday gifts, this year’s Black Friday deals are designed to give you everything you need at unbeatable prices. Target Target's Black Friday Deals include up to …

Black Friday set to dominate Thanksgiving weekend as 131.7 million prepare to shop
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1 month, 1 week ago

Black Friday set to dominate Thanksgiving weekend as 131.7 million prepare to shop

Live Mint  

Black Friday is expected to be the busiest shopping day of the Thanksgiving weekend, with 72% of shoppers—an estimated 131.7 million people—planning to visit stores or shop online, according to the National Retail Federation’s survey conducted with Prosper Insights & Analytics. Thanksgiving weekend shopping trends Overall, the NRF projects a record-breaking 183.4 million shoppers will participate in the five-day shopping …

Retailers bank on Black Friday to energize bargain-hungry holiday shoppers
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1 month, 1 week ago

Retailers bank on Black Friday to energize bargain-hungry holiday shoppers

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — It’s show time. After weeks of pushing early deals, retailers in the United States and some other countries are promising bigger discounts on Black Friday, the sales event that still reigns as the unofficial kickoff of the holiday shopping season even if it’s lost some luster. “People come to get the deals, but more importantly, they come …

Some retail companies reject Black Friday sales
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1 month, 1 week ago

Some retail companies reject Black Friday sales

ABC  

Stephanie Smail: Australians are expected to spend a record $6.7 billion during this year's Black Friday sales. Katherine Gregory: While other companies are set to make big profits today by appearing to slash prices on their products, Olivia Reddy-Daley warns consumers that not all is as it seems. Katherine Gregory: But even if you wanted to buy ethical fashion from …

Deal-hungry shoppers hit stores on Black Friday to kick off critical holiday season
1 month, 1 week ago

Deal-hungry shoppers hit stores on Black Friday to kick off critical holiday season

LA Times  

The Christmas tree is a big attraction on Black Friday at South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa. “Honestly, you’ve got to come in with the mentality: It’s Black Friday,” said Gus Aguirre, a Simi Valley barber, who said his family never misses the biggest shopping day of the year. They suspected they could get the same sort of deals during …

Amazon's first ever Black Friday sale goes live in India: Check out deals on popular gadgets
1 month, 1 week ago

Amazon's first ever Black Friday sale goes live in India: Check out deals on popular gadgets

India Today  

Amazon India is bringing the global shopping phenomenon Black Friday to the country for the first time, from November 29 to December 2. The sale also includes exclusive bank offers, cashback for Prime members, and early access deals for added benefits. –Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra: With advanced AI features, the S23 Ultra captures stunning photos and supports seamless communication with …

Why retailers still see Black Friday as the high point of the holiday shopping season
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1 month, 1 week ago

Why retailers still see Black Friday as the high point of the holiday shopping season

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — After weeks of plugging increasingly inviting discounts, retailers in the United States and several other countries are preparing for prime time: Black Friday, the bargain bonanza that still reigns as the unofficial kickoff of the holiday shopping season even if it’s lost some luster. It’s a better experience.” In the U.S., analysts envision a solid holiday shopping …

As a shopping expert, I need to tell you the truth about Black Friday
1 month, 1 week ago

As a shopping expert, I need to tell you the truth about Black Friday

The Independent  

It was 5am on the morning after Thanksgiving 2008. Black Friday was no longer about financial fear, but rather about bottom line abundance – over-the-top promotion to move retailers from “in the red” to “in the black”. Recommended How this Chinese shopping app took over the world and turned into the ultimate ick The day launched the official holiday shopping …

Black Friday 2024: What is it, when is it and why shoppers worldwide go crazy?
1 month, 1 week ago

Black Friday 2024: What is it, when is it and why shoppers worldwide go crazy?

Live Mint  

Black Friday 2024: Black Friday is a global shopping phenomenon known for massive discounts and bustling sales. A Global Shopping Extravaganza In the past two decades, Black Friday has expanded worldwide. Cyber Monday, the Monday following Black Friday, focuses on online deals, catering to digital shoppers. Significance for Shoppers and Businesses For consumers, Black Friday is an opportunity to buy …

What Black Friday’s history tells us about holiday shopping in 2024
1 month, 2 weeks ago

What Black Friday’s history tells us about holiday shopping in 2024

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — The holiday shopping season is about to reach full speed with Black Friday, which kicks off the post-Thanksgiving retail rush later this week. The term “Black Friday” is several generations old, but it wasn’t always associated with the holiday retail frenzy that we know today. Jie Zhang, a professor of marketing at the University of Maryland’s Robert …

Black Friday strike: Amazon workers in UK and US to walk out on busiest shopping day of the year
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Black Friday strike: Amazon workers in UK and US to walk out on busiest shopping day of the year

The Independent  

Sign up to our free weekly IndyTech newsletter delivered straight to your inbox Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter Sign up to our free IndyTech newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Warehouse workers and delivery drivers will strike in the Germany, according to the campaign organised by the …

US consumers to bargain hunt in annual 'Black Friday' spree
1 month, 2 weeks ago

US consumers to bargain hunt in annual 'Black Friday' spree

Deccan Chronicle  

NEW YORK: US shoppers are coming out in force this holiday season, but the festiveness is being tempered by inflationary pressures that have abated but not completely faded. Americans are "ready to open their wallets this holiday season," said the Conference Board ahead of Black Friday -- the day after Thanksgiving, which this year, falls on November 28 -- that …

Black Friday and Cyber Monday more popular than ever: ABN Amro
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Black Friday and Cyber Monday more popular than ever: ABN Amro

NL Times  

Bargain festivals such as Black Friday and Cyber ​​Monday seem to be becoming increasingly popular in the Netherlands. Almost six out of ten consumers expect to make a purchase during this period, compared to almost four out of ten last year. Black Friday officially takes place on November 29, but many webshops and stores offer their products for sale earlier. …

Martin Lewis says Black Friday is best time to shop for discounts
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Martin Lewis says Black Friday is best time to shop for discounts

The Independent  

Sign up to our free weekly newsletter for insider tips and product reviews from our shopping experts Sign up for our free IndyBest email Sign up for our free IndyBest email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Best early Black Friday deals to shop now Amazon Echo Dot, 5th gen: …

Black Friday 2024 – live: Latest news and early deals
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2 months ago

Black Friday 2024 – live: Latest news and early deals

The Independent  

The sale is your chance to find top-rated products at their cheapest ever prices The biggest sale of the year is still a few weeks away but early Black Friday offers have already started dropping across major retailers. To help you spot the best deals, our Black Friday liveblog is tracking the latest discounts on everything from tech, TVs and …

When is Black Friday and Cyber Monday? 2024 UK dates, deals and information - plus the best deals to expect ahead of this year's biggest sale event
2 months, 1 week ago

When is Black Friday and Cyber Monday? 2024 UK dates, deals and information - plus the best deals to expect ahead of this year's biggest sale event

Daily Mail  

SHOPPING – Contains affiliated content. During Black Friday, retailers including the likes of Amazon, Ninja, Shark, Boots, Lakeland, and John Lewis offer the best deals of the year, including sitewide discounts and codes and 'up to' sales. In this article, we'll give you the lowdown on everything you need to know about Black Friday 2024 - from the best early …

Black Friday boosts retailers with sales surging in November despite fears of a tough Christmas for many shops
1 year ago

Black Friday boosts retailers with sales surging in November despite fears of a tough Christmas for many shops

Daily Mail  

Black Friday boosted shops last month with retail sales surging far more than expected. The ONS also revised data for October upwards, reporting that there was zero growth in retail sales rather than the 0.3 per cent fall previously estimated. Volumes were up 1.3 per cent in November as Brits sought out bargains, significantly better than the 0.4 per cent …

Cyber Monday 2023 is here - What it is? and everything you need to know
1 year, 1 month ago

Cyber Monday 2023 is here - What it is? and everything you need to know

India TV News  

What is Cyber Monday? Notably, In 2005, the National Retail Federation came up with the term "Cyber Monday" to encourage post-Black Friday online shopping. Difference Between Cyber Monday and Black Friday Black Friday, occurring on the Friday after Thanksgiving, is a busy day for in-store shopping in the US. So, while Black Friday is about in-store bargains, Cyber Monday takes …

Cyber Monday marks the year’s biggest online shopping day, and one more chance to save on gifts
1 year, 1 month ago

Cyber Monday marks the year’s biggest online shopping day, and one more chance to save on gifts

Associated Press  

Consumers are scouring the internet for online deals as they begin to cap off the five-day post-Thanksgiving shopping bonanza with Cyber Monday. Even though e-commerce is now part and parcel of our everyday lives and much of the holiday shopping season, Cyber Monday — a term coined back in 2005 by the National Retail Federation — continues to be the …

What is Cyber Monday? Here's what you should know about the online shopping extravaganza
1 year, 1 month ago

What is Cyber Monday? Here's what you should know about the online shopping extravaganza

Live Mint  

The first Monday after the Thanksgiving weekend is known as Cyber Monday, a day designed to promote the best deals on online shopping platforms and was created as a counterbalance to Black Friday sales. According to a Reuters report, this year's Cyber Monday, which falls on November 27, is set to be the biggest online shopping day of the year …

Black Friday Cyber Monday 2023 LIVE deals: Last chance to get deals on mattresses, hair tools, blanket hoodies and more (only a few hours left!)
1 year, 1 month ago

Black Friday Cyber Monday 2023 LIVE deals: Last chance to get deals on mattresses, hair tools, blanket hoodies and more (only a few hours left!)

Daily Mail  

SHOPPING – Contains affiliated content. Cyber Monday is drawing to a close, yet there's still thousands of enticing deals. From discounts on Simba mattresses and Ninja kitchen appliances to Amazon's huge sale, there are plenty of impressive offers, some rivalling or even surpassing those of Black Friday. This annual shopping extravaganza occurs on the Monday following Black Friday and was …

Black Friday set to be ‘busiest ever’ as spending beats last year
1 year, 1 month ago

Black Friday set to be ‘busiest ever’ as spending beats last year

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy This year’s Black Friday could …

Black Friday Deals Start Early, but Shoppers Are Choosy This Year
1 year, 1 month ago

Black Friday Deals Start Early, but Shoppers Are Choosy This Year

Live Mint  

Millions of Americans are headed to stores on Black Friday, but retailers are navigating through a holiday season in which shoppers aren’t splurging as much as they have in recent years. The retailer is ready for a promotional environment and is advertising goods such as electric bikes and beauty products that are selling well with the slogan, “Yes, Best Buy …

Black Friday: It’s no longer just a phenomenon in the U.S. And that has sinister consequences.
1 year, 1 month ago

Black Friday: It’s no longer just a phenomenon in the U.S. And that has sinister consequences.

Slate  

For weeks we’ve been steadily targeted with an increasing number of deals, sales, and specials—on social media and TV and in our inboxes—all of which culminates in the ultimate retail barrage of offers on the fourth Friday in November, known as Black Friday. Last year, American consumers spent a record $9.12 billion online shopping during Black Friday, according to Adobe …

Retailers offer bigger Black Friday discounts to lure hesitant shoppers hunting for the best deals
1 year, 1 month ago

Retailers offer bigger Black Friday discounts to lure hesitant shoppers hunting for the best deals

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Shoppers venturing out to malls and stores on Black Friday found perks from champagne to virtual reality experiences and old-fashioned doorbusters, as retailers tried to entice customers who are resisting splurges and impulse buying this year. That is a recent development,” Macy’s CEO Jeff Gennette said in an interview with The Associated Press, adding that shoppers across …

Retailers are ready to kick off Black Friday just as shoppers pull back on spending
1 year, 1 month ago

Retailers are ready to kick off Black Friday just as shoppers pull back on spending

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Retailers are kicking off the unofficial start of the holiday shopping season on Friday with a bevy of discounts and other enticements. “I don’t think is going to be some horrible business nor is it going to be some kind of explosive holiday season.” The National Retail Federation, the nation’s largest retail trade group, expects shoppers will …

Black Friday 2023: How the annual sales day got its name; all you want to know about date, history and significance
1 year, 1 month ago

Black Friday 2023: How the annual sales day got its name; all you want to know about date, history and significance

Hindustan Times  

In American culture, the Friday after Thanksgiving is known as "Black Friday". Shops typically open as early as midnight or on Thanksgiving Day to showcase amazing deals and attract large crowds on Black Friday. Black Friday 2023: How the annual sales day got its name; date, history and more Black Friday 2023 date: In the United States, Black Friday falls …

Retailers expecting 'record' Black Friday sales, but Westpac warns of 'penny-pinching' Christmas
1 year, 1 month ago

Retailers expecting 'record' Black Friday sales, but Westpac warns of 'penny-pinching' Christmas

ABC  

Despite high levels of pessimism among Australian consumers, David Wall has noticed a lot of people are buying board games and puzzles at his toy stores ahead of the Black Friday sales. "While we expect overall Christmas trading will be subdued, we're expecting this by Friday to be a record simply because people are shopping on a budget, and they're …

Black Friday is almost here. What to know about the holiday sales event’s history and evolution
1 year, 1 month ago

Black Friday is almost here. What to know about the holiday sales event’s history and evolution

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — If you didn’t already guess it from a barrage of sales ads in your inbox, the holiday shopping season is upon us. While Black Friday may no longer look like the crowd-filled, in-person mayhem that it was just decades ago — in large part due to the rising dependence on online shopping that was accelerated by the …

When do Black Friday sales start? Here's how to bag a bargain and avoid getting swept up in the frenzy
1 year, 1 month ago

When do Black Friday sales start? Here's how to bag a bargain and avoid getting swept up in the frenzy

ABC  

It may have originated in the United States, but the concept of Black Friday sales has spread across the globe. While Black Friday sales can offer consumers discounts, CHOICE editor Pru Engel says Australians should always scrutinise the deals on offer to ensure they're getting a bargain. UNSW Business School professor Nitika Garg says Black Friday sales can have an …

Explained: What is Black Friday? Check expectations and hot deals
1 year, 1 month ago

Explained: What is Black Friday? Check expectations and hot deals

Hindustan Times  

Retailers are preparing for what they hope will be yet another record-setting global shopping spree on Black Friday, the fourth Friday of November, which this year is Nov. 24. Retailers including Best Buy, Macy's, H&M and pure e-commerce retailers like Shein and Temu are already touting early Black Friday "deals" of up to 30% off on some limited merchandise online …

When is Black Friday and Cyber Monday? November 2023 dates and everything you need to know ahead of the years biggest sale event
1 year, 2 months ago

When is Black Friday and Cyber Monday? November 2023 dates and everything you need to know ahead of the years biggest sale event

Daily Mail  

SHOPPING – Contains affiliated content. Get ready, shoppers; it's officially November, meaning Black Friday 2023 is just around the corner. During Black Friday, retailers such as Amazon, Ninja, Lakeland, and John Lewis offer the best deals of the year, including sitewide discounts and codes and 'up to' sales. In this article, we'll give you the lowdown on everything you need …

Black Friday Sale Receives Massive Love From Indian Customers; Know The Numbers
2 years, 1 month ago

Black Friday Sale Receives Massive Love From Indian Customers; Know The Numbers

News 18  

Well, there could be no better days when we get our hands on massive deals of the year, be it fashion, beauty, or electronics. Earlier, it was thought that the Black Friday Sale was an opportunity for e-commerce platforms to sell any remaining goods during the festive season. However, this year there is a lot of excitement among buyers about …

Black Friday lured shoppers back, in early test for holiday spending
2 years, 1 month ago

Black Friday lured shoppers back, in early test for holiday spending

Live Mint  

Americans returned to their prepandemic habits on Black Friday as they spent more time and money in stores than last year, but some data show they were also cautious with spending as inflation weighs on their pocketbooks. The boost in store traffic over Black Friday comes after a surge last year from 2020, the first year of the Covid-19 pandemic …

Inflation hovers over shoppers seeking deals on Black Friday
2 years, 1 month ago

Inflation hovers over shoppers seeking deals on Black Friday

Firstpost  

Due to elevated prices for food, rent, gasoline and other essentials, many people were being more selective, reluctant to spend unless there was a big sale New York: Cautious shoppers hunted for the best deals at stores and online as retailers offered new Black Friday discounts to entice consumers eager to start buying holiday gifts but weighed down by inflation. …

Shopping streets busier on Black Friday, but not like before coronavirus
2 years, 1 month ago

Shopping streets busier on Black Friday, but not like before coronavirus

NL Times  

The city centers in the Netherlands attracted many more people on Black Friday than the average during the past eight Fridays. Black Friday is a traditional start to the holiday sales season in the United States, beginning the day after the Thanksgiving holiday. The phenomenon has also become established in the Netherlands in recent years, but INretail was not willing …

Inflation hovers over shoppers seeking deals on Black Friday
2 years, 1 month ago

Inflation hovers over shoppers seeking deals on Black Friday

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Cautious shoppers hunted for the best deals at stores and online as retailers offered new Black Friday discounts to entice consumers eager to start buying holiday gifts but weighed down by inflation. The traffic was “significantly larger” on Black Friday compared to the previous two years because shoppers feel more comfortable in crowds, Macy’s CEO Jeff Gennette …

Inflation Hovers Over Shoppers Heading Into Black Friday
2 years, 1 month ago

Inflation Hovers Over Shoppers Heading Into Black Friday

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING NEW YORK — Black Friday marks a return to familiar holiday shopping patterns, but inflation is weighing on consumers. Isela Dalencia, who was shopping for household essentials like detergent at a Walmart in Secaucus, New Jersey, earlier this week, said she’s delaying buying holiday gifts until Cyber Monday — the Monday after Thanksgiving — when online sales …

Understanding the environmental impact of Black Friday
2 years, 1 month ago

Understanding the environmental impact of Black Friday

The Hindu  

Published : Nov 25, 2022 15:10 IST The season for bargain hunting has begun. Rise in emissions “Black Friday is an extremely worrying trend,” said Phil Purnell, Professor of Materials and Structures with the School of Civil Engineering at the UK University of Leeds. “Our research shows that 400,000 tons of CO2 will be admitted into the atmosphere as a …

The environmental impact of Black Friday
2 years, 1 month ago

The environmental impact of Black Friday

Hindustan Times  

The season for bargain hunting has begun. Rise in emissions "Black Friday is an extremely worrying trend," said Phil Purnell, Professor of Materials and Structures with the School of Civil Engineering at the UK University of Leeds. "Our research shows that 400,000 tons of CO2 will be admitted into the atmosphere as a result of transport for Black Friday in …

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