Economist calls foul on stats released by retailers about Black Friday sales
Are retailers fudging the numbers? As American news consumers, we all wait for Cyber Monday to tell us how amazingly successful Black Friday was in hopes that it is a sign that the economy is about to...
View ArticleTarget, Macy’s holiday hours extended, Black Friday bleeds over
As a sure sign that 2012 marks the year Black Friday has bled into Christmas for good, retailers like Target and Macy's holiday hours have extended dramatically to lure shoppers. The post Target,...
View ArticleStarbucks’ twist on Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals
Can the food and beverage industry participate in Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals usually reserved for retailers? Starbucks thinks so. The post Starbucks’ twist on Black Friday and Cyber Monday...
View ArticleIt’s llegal to shop in these three states on Thanksgiving day
On Thanksgiving day, three states won't allow shopping, observing laws that have been on the books since the American Revolutionary War. The post It’s llegal to shop in these three states on...
View ArticleBlack Friday doorbuster deals at America’s top retailers
Thanksgiving and Black Friday deals at the top six largest retailers in the nation are pushing the boundaries not only with savings but with when doors open and close. The post Black Friday doorbuster...
View ArticleMore holiday shoppers came out this weekend, yet spending fell
Holiday shoppers came out in full force this year, even breaking out in fights over gadgets and toys, but spending fell from 2012 for two primary reasons. The post More holiday shoppers came out this...
View ArticleEye roll: Spring Black Friday is supposedly a thing now
(Business Marketing) According to Lowe's and Walmart, Spring Black Friday is now a thing. Really, we're not kidding. Is this a happy occasion or a ridiculous stunt? The post Eye roll: Spring Black...
View ArticleThanksgiving weekend in-store sales numbers disappoint
(Business News) Black Friday sales and Thanksgiving weekend shoppers didn't spend nearly as much this year as last, so what does this mean for the coming shopping season? The post Thanksgiving weekend...
View ArticleIn the wake of Amazon’s Prime day aftermath, will other retailers now follow...
Prime Day wasn’t a flop. In fact, it was an incredibly efficient (and clever) marketing strategy—and it worked, so why are some people still upset? The post In the wake of Amazon’s Prime day aftermath,...
View ArticleHow this holiday shopping season will be more social media based
With the holiday season right around the corners, marketing analysts are already beginning to predict what the shopping season will hold. The post How this holiday shopping season will be more social...
View Article5 ways to attract sales this Small Business Saturday
After Black Friday comes Small Business Saturday - does your biz have the social media game down? We've got you covered if you don't know where to start. The post 5 ways to attract sales this Small...
View ArticleBrits reject Black Friday – is there hope for us?
The U.K. has attempted to introduce Black Friday shopping to its masses, but after 3 years and a negative response, they might be scrapping the idea. The post Brits reject Black Friday – is there hope...
View ArticleIs interest in Black Friday trending up or down in 2016?
(MARKETING NEWS) Ahhh, Thanksgiving. A time for American consumers to focus on buying more crap for cheaper prices. Is the internet pumped or fatigued about Black Friday? The post Is interest in Black...
View ArticleCards Against Humanity crowdfunds… a Black Friday HOLE. That’s it. It’s just...
(EDITORIAL) There is nothing that bothers me more than a flagrant waste of money, and Cards Against Humanity's Black Friday literal money pit is no exception. The post Cards Against Humanity...
View ArticleCards Against Humanity has no reason NOT to crowdfund a giant hole #theotherside
(EDITORIAL) Cards Against Humanity crowdfunded the digging of a giant, pointless hole. And while many criticize the brand, I applaud them. The post Cards Against Humanity has no reason NOT to crowdfund...
View ArticlePatagonia quintupled Black Friday profits this year, it all went to charity
(BUSINESS NEWS) Patagonia wanted to help their customers give to the planet this year, instead of dumping a lump of coal in her stocking like we normally do. The post Patagonia quintupled Black Friday...
View ArticleThese stores refuse to start Black Friday early
(BUSINESS NEWS) There is a rising trend of stores being pressured to open their doors earlier and earlier each holiday weekend but these companies refuse. The post These stores refuse to start Black...
View Article2020 Black Friday shopping may break the mold
(BUSINESS NEWS) Home Depot states their new plan for deals and discounts over two months, in place of a 1-day Black Friday event. The post 2020 Black Friday shopping may break the mold appeared first...
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