Retail Strategies and Consumer Advice
Black Friday marks the start of the holiday shopping season, with retailers offering deals from the day after Thanksgiving through Cyber Monday, a period known as BFCM.
Consumer advocates recommend shoppers compare prices, research price histories, and read fine print to ensure they are getting genuine deals.
Store Hours and In-Store Experiences
Major retailers like , , , , , , , , , Target, and have set specific opening hours for Black Friday, with most opening early.
Retailers are also focusing on in-store experiences and exclusives to attract shoppers, despite the rise of e-commerce.