Black Friday (shopping)

The event is notable for its scale and its impact on both consumer spending and retail strategies. It serves as a critical period for businesses to boost annual revenue and for consumers to purchase items, particularly big-ticket electronics and appliances, at heavily reduced prices. The phenomenon has expanded beyond the United States to become a major shopping event in many other countries, including the United Kingdom and Australia.

Recently, Black Friday has been in the news as retailers and major brands have begun promoting their 2025 deals well in advance of the official date. Numerous publications are already releasing curated lists of the best available offers. These early reports highlight discounts on a variety of popular categories, including consumer technology like phones and laptops, home appliances, beauty products, and themed merchandise from companies such as Disney.

This trend of "early" Black Friday deals reflects a shift in the retail calendar, with sales often starting before Thanksgiving and extending through the following week. The extensive media coverage helps consumers plan their purchases and track price reductions across different retailers as the main shopping day approaches.