Black Friday Used to Be Fun for Shoppers. What Happened?

Lining up early outside stores and hunting for deals was once part of a gratifying Black Friday. It no longer feels that way.

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US retailers stretch out Black Friday deals to lure flagging shoppers

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Business - Financial Times - 4 days ago
Tips for Thanksgiving and Black Friday shoppers

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Black Friday remains one of the busiest shopping days of the year, but its impact has been diluted by monthlong holiday sales and the convenience of buying online.
Business - The New York Times - Yesterday
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Save the most money during Black Friday and Cyber Monday 2024 by following these expert tips. Plus, learn what to buy and skip.
Top stories - NBC News - November 15
Are Black Friday deals worth waiting for? Here's what to expect this year

Retailers try to tempt shoppers with Black Friday discounts. But these offers are not necessarily the best prices of the year, according to experts.
Business - CNBC - November 18
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Typically, the five days beginning Thanksgiving Day and ending Cyber Monday are some of the busiest shopping days of the year.
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