Roommates, as we gear up for the holidays, you might want to start your holiday shopping early! Many of us wait until Black Friday to hit the stores to pick up the deals, but some of the biggest retailers won’t be available. According to CNN, Walmart, Target, Kohl’s and Best Buy stores will be closed for Thanksgiving. “That’s a thing of the past,” said Walmart US CEO John Furner in an interview Wednesday. We will be closed again on Thanksgiving. Luckily, all of our associates will be able to spend time with their loved ones this year. “
If you recall, in 2020, Walmart announced its closure on Thanksgiving, for the first time in more than 30 years. Target, Best Buy, and Kohl’s are following suit in 2020 and 2021. It’s no secret that the COVID-19 pandemic has prompted these retailers to close to limit crowding and spreading. during the holiday sales season. Also, retailers don’t want everyone to buy at the same time. While Walmart’s doors will be closed for the holidays, that has nothing to do with Black Friday deals.
Reports say the company will resume its “Black Friday Deals” events starting on November 7 and will take place every Monday throughout the month. Charles Redfield, executive vice president and chief business officer of Walmart US, said, “Black Friday has evolved over the years from a day to a season and is undoubtedly the most anticipated shopping event of the year. five.”
Target has also listed its Black Friday deals. On their website, some big sale items will be 40% off; kitchen appliances, cookware, laptops, printers and computers, etc. Other deals include gift cards with select purchases. Roommates, comment and let us know what you think about these retailers closing for Thanksgiving!
