Black Friday / myLot

Boise, Idaho

November 15, 2025 2:50pm CST

Thanksgiving will be here in 12 days. I am seeing Black Friday ads already. I was curious and so I did some research on info about BF and found these things interesting: * It originated in the 50s and 60s as a term signifying a move from "in the red" to "in the black". The police in Philadelphia used the term on this chaotic day in 1961. * Some retailers manipulate prices before sales while others offer genuine discounts to get rid of inventory. This in an attempt to make room for new items. * Retailers use algorithms to adjust prices. This is based on browsing history and demand. * Shopping online often has better prices than the store. * If a person has a loyalty program/card taking advantage of this now can often get you better prices. TikTok and Instagram may have exclusive offers. Do you shop on Black Friday? Online or in the store. I don't and do most of my shopping online. The picture is from freepik.com

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@DaddyEvil (161614)

• United States

I would buy stuff on Black Friday when I was forced to be in the store anyway, taking care of customers. But I won't willingly go into a store on that day if not forced. (While working at Walmart, I often got 10% more off the prices using my Walmart Discount card. I don't have that anymore.) I haven't looked to see what was being sold this year. Pretty may have looked and may plan on buying something online. I don't know because I haven't asked yet.

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celticeagle

@celticeagle (181888)

• Boise, Idaho

We don't do any buying for gifts anymore. Can't afford to and it just seems to be a big retail thing anymore.

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@DaddyEvil (161614)

• United States

@celticeagle It was always just a big retail day.