Friday Shoppers Flock

Budget to benefit less affluent shoppers despite hit to business, says Primark owner

ABF warns changes to national insurance and wages will cost it tens of millions but remains optimistic

Business - Financial Times - November 5

Costco shoppers stocked up on supplies as hurricanes, port strike hit. The trend hurt sales in October.

The warehouse retailer says demand was “negatively affected” by “abnormal consumer activity” tied to the September events.

Business - MarketWatch - November 7

Walmart hikes its outlook again as shoppers spend more outside the grocery aisles

The discounter will deliver its latest sales results as inflation cools and the holiday season heats up.

Business - CNBC - November 19

Gap says it picked up wealthier shoppers, and more market share, despite weak clothing demand

Shares of Gap Inc. rallied after hours on Thursday after the clothing retailer pushed its full-year outlook higher and said the holiday shopping season was “off to a strong start.”

Business - MarketWatch - November 22

Nordstrom tops Wall Street’s earnings expectations, as shoppers buy more clothes and shoes

The retailer's sales growth is notable at a time when discretionary merchandise and the luxury sector have been under pressure.

Business - CNBC - 3 days ago

FTAV’s Friday charts quiz

Da Chart of Storytellin’ (Pt.1)

Business - Financial Times - November 1

A record Black Friday beckons

Plus, Westminster MPs vote on assisted dying, Ireland goes to the polls and Americans celebrate Thanksgiving Day

World - Financial Times - 5 days ago

What Is Black Friday?

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 - 2 days ago

Black Friday sneaker deals

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TGI Fridays Nears Bankruptcy Filing

The casual-dining stalwart has dealt with slowing sales. A deal to purchase the company fell through earlier this year.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 31

DATELINE FRIDAY PREVIEW: Deadly Dance

Andrea Canning reports Friday, November 15, at 10/9c on NBC.

Recipe (for dogs): Friday Playdate Pizza

Behavioral nutritionist Christine Filardi, founder of BowMeowRaw, offers a recipe for your furry companion: a pizza of their very own. Mangia!

Is the stock market open on Black Friday?

What will be open (or closed) after the Thanksgiving holiday? Here’s what to expect.

Business - MarketWatch - 9 hours ago

The best Black Friday tech deals

We found the best Black Friday tech deals you won’t want to miss. Find deep discounts on AirTags, Bose headphones and more.

The best Black Friday Apple deals

Shop the best Black Friday Apple deals. Find the best prices on popular Apple products from iPads, MacBooks and more.

The best Costco Black Friday deals

What are the best Costco Black Friday deals to shop? We’ve got you covered with the discounts you won’t want to miss.

Amorim expects 'clarification' on his future on Friday

Manager Ruben Amorim says there will be "clarification" over his expected move to Manchester United after Sporting's game on Friday.

The Jobs Report on Friday May Be a Fluke and a Political Football

Economists expect the October data to show unusually weak job creation. But hurricanes and strikes may account for much of the shortfall.

Business - The New York Times - October 31

DATELINE FRIDAY SNEAK PEEK: After the Halloween Party

After a Halloween party, a wife and mother of four vanishes. A decade later, a private investigator claims to uncover chilling new clues that turn the town upside down. Keith Morrison reports ...

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