🛍️ We’ve all heard the stories of all-night campouts and the relentless and unruly crowds that gather on #BlackFriday. It’s no secret that Americans are eager to open their wallets (sometimes with gusto!) for a post-Thanksgiving shopping spree.
But have you ever wondered just how much Americans shell out on the biggest shopping day of the year and what exactly they have on their shopping lists?
💡 A whopping 1 in 5 (20%) of Americans are gearing up to spend $900 or more this Black Friday 2023. What’s even more intriguing is that a significant 33% of Americans have set their sights on spending somewhere between $500 and $1,000.
🔑 1 in 4 Americans prefers to do Black Friday shopping online, with 44% finding a balance between both in-person and online experiences, while 15% opt for in-person experiences. A surprising 17% choose to steer clear of Black Friday shopping altogether—that would be Robert Vanselow. 😄
🚀 Americans Embrace Online Shopping: Black Friday Trends Revealed!
🚀 In recent years, more and more Americans have taken to the internet for their shopping needs. In fact, over the past five years, year-round online shopping has witnessed an impressive surge, soaring by 40 percent!
The biggest shopping day of the year is around the corner (literally), and Americans are about to start tackling their holiday lists in droves. The most-anticipated categories or items for Black Friday shopping this year are:
1. Christmas Gifts
2. Shoes
3. Clothing
4. Electronics
5. Toys
Ready to snag those deals? How do these items stack up on your own Black Friday wish list? The main tips for a successful Black Friday: prepare a list of your must-have purchases; create and adhere to a budget; and, above all, stay safe and enjoy the experience!
