Thanksgiving is here, and the fever of the festival, which is fervently celebrated in the United States and other parts of the world, has found some mojo in presence elsewhere, including in India as well.
Apart from the festivities and the familial celebrations, that are a part of the ‘American Tradition, the commercial aspect of this occasion has travelled far, and past oceans to reach the Indian shores.
All major e-commerce websites in India have launched their own set of ‘Black Friday Sale’. Black Friday shopping is the extensive commercial activity traditionally carried out on the Friday after Thanksgiving in the United States.
Here, this is largely seen in the e-commerce space. Therefore, we take a look at some of the most exciting deals on offer.
In top, we look at the two biggest e-commerce platforms in India, Amazon and Walmart-owned Flipkart.
Amazon
When we look at Amazon, Black Friday Sale is already live.
The e-commerce website is promising up to 10 per cent of Instant discount in association with HDFC bank, Axis Bank and Bank of Baroda.
Samsung and Boat appear to be the brand’s focus brand.
Bumper Offers
Amazon is offering up to…
1) Up to 40 per cent off on Daily needs, essential items.
2) Up to 60 per cent off on 60 per cent off on Home and Kitchen Items.
3) Up to 40 per cent off on Smartphones
4) Upto 50 per cent on fashion items
In addition, the company is also offering 10-15 per cent of on flight deals !!
Flipkart
Now, we move to another big e-commerce platform, Walmart owned Flipkart.
Flipkart also has its gates opened for Black Friday Sale and will close on 29 November.
The Flipkart Black Friday sale is powered by Samsung Galaxy AI, along with Abros.
Like Amazon, Flipkart is also offering a 10 per cent instant discount powered by HDFC Bank, Bank of Baroda, Axis Bank and IDFC First Bank.
Bumper Offers
When we look at Flipkart, the company is offering…
1) Up to 80 per cent off on Electronic Gadgets
2) Up to 80 per cent off on Home Essentials
3) Up to 75 per cent off on Television and Appliances
4) Up to 80 per cent off on Furniture
In addition, the e-commerce website is also offering up to Rs 36,000 off.
Myntra
Flipkart’s fashion subsidiary Myntra also has rendered its own Black Friday Sale.
Myntra’s title sponsor is The Bear House, along with associate sponsor Rare Rabbit.
Myntra sale ends on December 1.
Myntra’s mega deals are powered by HDFC Bank, PhonePe, MobiKwik, CRED, RBL Bank and IDFC First Bank. With a 10 per cent instant discount on select products.
Bumper Deals
Myntra is offering a steal deal on..
1) Minimum 50 per cent off on Hobo Bags
2) Minimum 50 per cent off on Watches and other fashion wearables
3) Minimum 30 per cent off on Jackets and other Winter wear.
4) Between 60 per cent – 70 per cent on ornaments.
In addition to that, the e-commerce brand also has a library of H&M, Lacoste, GANT, MANGO and trenyol.
Croma
Tata-owned Croma, know for its electronics profile is also offering Black Friday Sale, that will conclude on December 1.
The Mumbai-based company with physical showroom around the country is offering a 10 per cent discount ICICI Credit cards and with Tata Neu and HDFC Bank transactions.
Bumper Deals
1) Up to 70 per cent off on Smartwatches
2) Up to 60 per cent off on smart television sets
3) Up to 80 per cent off on audio equipment
4) Up to 50 per cent off on Kitchen and Home Appliances
In addition, there is also a 10 per cent off on ZipCare protections plan