Many people are confused about the origins of Black Day and what it means. This holiday is actually a wonderful time to cross-border shop. We'll explore the history of the holiday, as well as its myths. We will also examine the benefits and uses for Black Day shopping. We'll also be discussing the myths surrounding Black Day shopping which has been around for over a century.
Origin
Although there is no clear evidence of Black Friday's origin, historians believe the term was first used after the crash of the gold market in the 1850s. This day was actually not significant until the stock market crashed. Two investors then inflated the value of gold. This caused the stock market crash and Philadelphia merchants attempted to change the name to "Big Friday". However, the name stayed the same, and gained popularity thanks to its positive "red-to-black" backstory.
Meaning
Black Friday, which was first used in New York City about 145 year ago, has little to do w/ Christmas shopping. Wall Street financiers Jay Gould and Jim Fisk, president and vice president of the Erie Railroad, had conspired to rig the gold market, sending prices sky-high before selling it at a huge profit. The plot collapsed on Friday September 9th and the gold price plunged. The result was a crash that wiped out Wall Street barons and farmers alike.
Cross-border Shopping
Black Friday deals may have been advertised in your area, whether you're in Canada or the U.S. These sales opportunities may be worth your while if you haven't. Cross-border sales are becoming more popular as online shopping continues to gain popularity in other countries. Global-e, an international commerce company that specializes in online shopping, recently reported that Canadian online sales have increased by more than 20% over the same period last years.
Myths
The myths of black day in America are not uncommon and unfortunately they are true. This day should not be attributed to the Montgomery Bus Boycott. In reality blacks opposed slavery were organizing before the Civil War and their struggles against segregation began as early as 1880s. The impact of these images is still felt today.
Myths about Black Friday
There are five myths surrounding Black Friday in America. They all revolve around this holiday. Some retailers make a lot of money on Black Friday, while others have trouble. While retailers can make a lot of money just on Thanksgiving, that isn't enough to make the holiday popular. To be profitable, retailers must sell more than Thanksgiving products. The retail industry in the United States made $453 billion in sales last year, or 19 percent of all retail sales.
FAQ
Do you have any other tips for buying clothes online?
Before shopping online for clothes, there are many factors you should consider. First, make sure you know your size. It might seem obvious, however most companies do not provide this information so you will have to guess.
Consider shipping costs. Shipping costs will vary depending upon the item ordered. Also, make sure you know exactly where your package is going. Some items ship directly from the manufacturer while others go through a third party warehouse. This can alter delivery times.
Read carefully reviews. There are many bad experiences. Don't allow someone else's experience to influence your own.
What are the benefits of having a shopping list?
A shopping list helps you remember what you need to buy when you go grocery shopping. You won't have to run around searching for the items you forgot. If you're not sure which aisle it's on, a shopping list can make it easier to locate the item.
Shopping lists can help you save money. A shopping list can help you save money. For instance, if you know what you need (milk, bread, eggs), butter, cheese and cereal), you can go to the supermarket and pick them up.
It is better to shop online with credit cards than without.
Credit card companies offer numerous benefits like rewards programs, cash back and free shipping. They also offer fraud protection. There are no fees associated with them, so they're worth considering over debit cards.
Customers who are unable to pay the balance on time also have flexibility with credit cards. Credit cards let you shop with confidence, regardless of how much money your account has.
Statistics
- A report from the U.S. Census Bureau found that in the first quarter of 2022, an estimated $250 billion was spent on retail e-commerce sales.1 (thebalance.com)
- Last Black Friday, I bought a stove from Lowes at 40% off, receiving 24 months of interest-free financing (from Lowe's). (meetfabric.com)
- The vast majority only change a password to protect privacy a few times a year (27 percent) or, more likely, never (35 percent). (pcmag.com)
- According to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), online shopping was the fourth most common fraud category for consumers as of February 2022.5 (thebalance.com)
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How To
Online shopping is safe?
Yes! It is safest place to conduct business. It's easy to protect yourself with security software and keep your personal information private.
Online shopping is very popular since it allows you to get exactly what you need without ever leaving your home.
It is important that you remember that shopping online requires you to use commonsense and to take basic safety precautions.
If you have initiated the transaction, don't give your credit card number to anyone over the phone or by email. Hang up immediately when someone calls pretending they are from your bank.
Never send sensitive information like account numbers and passwords via email. Use a secure website instead to log in to your accounts.
Before you submit any personal data, it is a good idea for your browser to scan the address bar. Register for the free services of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), and the Better Business Bureau(BBB) if you are concerned about identity theft.
These organizations will monitor your transactions, and alert you if there is anything suspicious.
They will even notify you if anyone tries to steal your identity.
Here are some tips for avoiding being scammed.
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Never give out financial information via phone or email.
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Don't click links in unsolicited email.
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Avoid clicking on ads that ask for your personal information.
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Never enter your password or pin on a site you haven't created.
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Always verify that you're on the correct website before submitting personal information.
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Do not submit personal information on websites that claim to be legitimate.
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Before submitting personal information, verify all addresses and contact information.
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You should be aware of hidden charges
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Keep a record of your receipts to be able to later dispute any unauthorised charges.
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Report any fraudulent activity to the FTC or BBB, your local Police Department, and/or your State Attorney General.
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Take advantage of discounts and offers when you shop online.
Electronics, clothing, jewelry books, DVDs and CDs, toys, videogames, tools, appliances, furniture, bedding, etc. can all be reduced at great prices.
The best thing about this is that shipping costs can often be reduced.
So go ahead and start shopping online today. It'll be so much easier to shop online for almost everything than going to multiple shops.
You don't have crowds to contend with and there are no queues.
It's worth a shot.