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Black Friday 2025: Early Deals and Record Shoppers Expected

11/25/2025

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Summary

Retailers Unveil Discounts

Black Friday 2025 occurs on November 28, 2025, with many retailers offering early deals.
Amazon's Black Friday Week runs Nov 20–Dec 1, 2025, with tech discounts including up to $100 off PlayStation 5.
Walmart and Target offer early access to deals for loyalty members.
The National Retail Federation projects 186.9 million shoppers will participate, with 130.4 million on Black Friday 2025, and discounts reaching up to 28% by Cyber Monday.

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Streaming Services Discount

Hulu has launched a Black Friday deal offering HBO Max for $2.99 per month for 12 months, starting November 25, 2025, with deals running through December 1, 2025, representing substantial savings from the regular price of $15.99.
Disney+ bundles Hulu and Disney+ for $4.99 per month.
Apple TV offers six months for $36.
Peacock Premium is available for $19.99 annually.
YouTube TV offers three months for $73.

History

Historical Context

Black Friday, the day after Thanksgiving, marks the unofficial start of the Christmas shopping season in the U.S. Its significance grew in the 1980s as retailers shifted from losses to profits. In 2014, consumers spent $50.9 billion, with 133.7 million shoppers participating, reflecting a trend towards early holiday sales and discounts, influenced by major retailers like Amazon and Walmart.

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Retailers Unveil Discounts

Black Friday 2025 occurs on November 28, 2025, with many retailers offering early deals.
Amazon's Black Friday Week runs Nov 20–Dec 1, 2025, with tech discounts including up to $100 off PlayStation 5.
Walmart and Target offer early access to deals for loyalty members.
The National Retail Federation projects 186.9 million shoppers will participate, with 130.4 million on Black Friday 2025, and discounts reaching up to 28% by Cyber Monday.

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