Maya Huter is an associate producer at NBC News covering business and the economy.
Missing Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals might matter less now as retailers pepper bargain hunters with discounts for months heading into the holidays. But planning ahead to take advantage of them is getting harder, and that’s largely thanks to Amazon. NBC News’ Holiday Price Check is tracking the online prices of five gift items, each in a popular product category, to determine when the best deals hit. Already, it’s clear that Amazon is often setting the pace.
“We’ll always work hard to offer outstanding value across Earth’s largest selection — all while delivering to doorsteps fast,” she said in a statement. Retailers have pushed in recent years to lengthen the holiday shopping season to keep customers spending even as many try to space out their gift purchases and stay on budget. That trend is continuing in 2024, a year when many consumers have been prioritizing affordability even as price increases have leveled off.
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