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Amazon's Best Early Black Friday Deals:

https://www.consumerreports.org/money/sales-promotions/best-amazon-black-friday-deals-a3838431416/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

Walmart's Best Black Friday Deals:

https://www.consumerreports.org/money/discounts-rebates/walmart-black-friday-deals-a1567966266/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

33 Holiday Gifts For Every Budget

https://www.consumerreports.org/money/gift-giving/holiday-gift-ideas-for-every-budget-a1018953600/

How to Get the Best Deals During Amazon Prime Big Deal Days 2025

https://www.consumerreports.org/money/sales-promotions/how-to-get-the-best-amazon-prime-day-deals-a7887972313/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT