Retail

Black Friday sales are going to be bigger than ever due to the “economic challenges” American retailers are facing throughout the coronavirus pandemic, reports digital coupon giant RetailMeNot, Inc.

Toy companies are targeting stuck-at-home grown-ups with latte-smelling Play-Doh and Legos that turn into Warhols. Those who added a puppy to their family during the pandemic will see tons of gift options for their new furry friend. And with more people shopping online, stores are doing double duty as shipping centers to try to get gifts to doorsteps as fast as possible.

Full-time U.S. operations employees who work for the e-commerce giant between Dec. 1 and Dec. 31 will qualify for a $300 bonus, while part-time employees will receive a $150 bonus.

Shoppers, may your coffee – and Wi-Fi – be strong.

Many major retailers are offering Black Friday deals on Christmas trees.

Everything’s going digital, even beer sales.

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This year, the COVID-19 pandemic has wreaked havoc on just about everything — Black Friday car deals included.

Consumer spending appears to have increased more slowly recently after rebounding strongly this summer. But it has been good enough to help fuel economic growth since the sharp recession this past spring, when the coronavirus pandemic forced millions of businesses, schools and government agencies across the U.S. to shut down or limit their activities.

Shares of the Seattle-based retailer were trading nearly 5% higher after the bell

The company also forecast fourth-quarter sales to be flat or slightly higher than last year

They paid for the ability to peddle in place, but they can’t even get started.

Beer and breakfast foods don’t often mix.