What is Black Friday?

The day after Thanksgiving (in the U.S.), is referred to as Black Friday. The term Black Friday comes from the shift of profitability during the holiday season; therefore, going from Red (unprofitable) to Black (profitable). This day is considered a major shopping day in the U.S.; the day many people begin their Christmas shopping.

Last year, November 2006, I got sucked in by a few retailers ads. I ended up getting up very early to wait in a very long line to find out that the store only had a few of the items on the shelf. I guess "while supplies last" is how they get a away with it.

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