Description: Despite the noise, earlier-than-ever deals may steal the day’s thunder

Source:  Marketwatch.com

Date: 11/18/2011

Link:   http://www.marketwatch.com/story/counting-down-to-black-friday-2011-11-18

Questions for discussion:

• What does “Black Friday” refer to?
• What are the expected retailing strategies for this year?
• How are consumers expected to behave?
• Do you agree with the analysis?