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Black Friday 2025: Biggest Shopping Day
Black Friday is a big shopping day in the US that happens right after Thanksgiving.
It's when lots of stores offer huge discounts on all kinds of things like TVs, laptops, and beauty products.
This year, more than 186 million people are expected to shop during the five days between Thanksgiving and Cyber Monday.
Shoppers are expected to spend about $890 each on average.
Stores like Walmart, Amazon, and Best Buy are already offering early deals to attract customers.
The term 'Black Friday' comes from the idea that stores go from being in the red (losing money) to being in the black (making a profit) because of the big sales.
In India, brands like Tommy Hilfiger, Zara, and Adidas are also offering discounts during this time.
Black Friday is different from Cyber Monday, which focuses more on online shopping deals.
Black Friday is expected to see 186.9 million US shoppers spending an average of $890.49 each.
Total sales for November and December are projected to surpass $1 trillion for the first time.
Retailers like Walmart, Amazon, and Best Buy are offering early deals on electronics, beauty products, and more.
The term 'Black Friday' originated in the 1950s in Philadelphia, describing the chaos of post-Thanksgiving shopping.
In India, brands like Tommy Hilfiger, Zara, and Adidas are participating in Black Friday with notable discounts.
- Who
- US consumers and retailers, with global participation including India
- What
- Black Friday sales and shopping
- Where
- United States and globally, including India
- When
- November 28, 2024 (and surrounding days)
- Why
- To kick off the holiday shopping season with significant discounts and promotions
Key facts
- Expected US shoppers
- 186.9 million
- Expected US sales
- Over $1 trillion for November and December
- Average spending per person
- Black Friday date
- November 28, 2024
- Notable deals
- Electronics, beauty products, fashion items
- Origin of term
- 1950s-60s, Philadelphia police describing post-Thanksgiving shopping chaos
- Black Friday vs Cyber Monday
- Black Friday focuses on in-store and online deals; Cyber Monday promotes online shopping
Timeline
Producer Price Index surged 0.9% in July, sparking panic buying.
Inflation soars, Americans hit Black Friday sales for essentials.
Black Friday 2025: 186M shoppers, $890 spend each.
Then, in response to inflation, shoppers stock up on basics.
Sales event draws record crowds, as consumers brace for high prices.
Quotes
Walmart
A multinational retail corporation
“Walmart’s Black Friday and Cyber Monday events promise bigger savings, with thousands of deals under $20, exciting new brands up to 60% off, and the fastest, easiest holiday shopping experience yet.”
livemint.com
Sources
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