The winter holidayshopping seasonofficially is in full swing come Black Friday, and even more so on Cyber Monday.
This year, holiday spending is predicted to reach record levels.
The NRF expects it to reach $902 per person across decorations, gifts and food in 2024.
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Thats up by $25 per person from last year.
Even though most consumers are ready to spend, theyre still looking for deals.
We talk about that and how to make the most of both shopping holidays.
If it’s crucial that you wrangle your budget, it may be time to consider a savings challenge.
What Is Black Friday?
Black Friday the day after Thanksgiving at one point was the unofficial start to the holiday shopping season.
Some retailers would open early in the morning on Friday, even as early as midnight.
What Is Cyber Monday?
Both brick-and-mortar stores and online retailers held Black Friday sales leading up to the actual day.
Retailers are ready for the rush, regardless of how people choose to shop.
The NRF expects retailers will hire about500,000 seasonal workers.
You brew coffee at home, you dont walk into Target and you refuse to order avocado toast.
(Can you sense my millennial sarcasm there?)
Get the Most Out of the Holiday Shopping Deals
Many of the large retailers have already started their promotions.
Heres a rundown of some of them.
Its Black Friday event is now through Nov. 29, 2024.
Best Buy
Best Buy began its Black Friday sales on Nov. 21, 2024.
Then, it dropped new doorbusters on Nov. 22.
It will do so again on Nov. 29.
Top deals are expected to include a Samsung 75-inch smart TV and MacBook Air 13 M2.
Physical stores will be closed on Thanksgiving Day.
Its Black Friday deals are happening now through Nov. 30, 2024.
Both types of deals are available in-store, online and through the Target app.
Walmart
Walmart kicked off the holiday season earlier than ever in 2024.
Its Black Friday deals are now through Dec. 1.
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