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Black Friday: Quick Facts

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Black Friday is here earlier than ever, and these stores are kicking off sales to show it • Nov. 9, 2026, 4:31 PM ET (Business Insider)
Early Black Friday promotions lure Canadian shoppers looking to save • Nov. 6, 2026, 5:00 AM ET (CTV News)
Black Friday sales are starting early at Costco, Target and Walmart • Oct. 30, 2026, 10:39 AM ET (Dallas Morning News)
The Home Depot is giving away free Ryobi tools for Black Friday • Oct. 29, 2026, 8:26 AM ET (USA Today)
Walmart reveals 3 huge holiday sales events with Black Friday deals • Oct. 26, 2026, 2:41 PM ET (USA Today)

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