The US Sun
Truth behind warnings to skip Amazon purchases in October
A MAN on TikTok is warning shoppers to avoid making Amazon purchases before Black Friday, but the company says he’s wrong. The social media user, Rar…
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Consumer Alert: Allegations of Amazon Black Friday Price Manipulation Surface Online
A recent video circulating online has brought attention to alleged pricing strategies employed by Amazon sellers in the lead-up to Black Friday. The content creator, known as Rarely Co., claims that Amazon's policy, which requires sellers to base Black Friday discounts on the average price over the preceding six weeks, incentivizes sellers to artificially inflate prices throughout October. This practice, according to Rarely Co., allows sellers to then offer seemingly steep discounts during the Black Friday period, even if the actual sale price is not significantly lower than pre-October prices. Rarely Co. advises consumers to either complete their holiday shopping before October or to hold off until Black Friday for purchases. Furthermore, the video promotes an alternative platform, also named Rarely Co., which is set to launch in October. This new platform promises "best in class goods" and "massive price savings," positioning itself as a consumer-friendly alternative to Amazon's alleged pricing practices. The claims made in the video highlight ongoing consumer concerns regarding transparency in online retail pricing, particularly during major sales events.
New York Post
Dire warning issued for Amazon shoppers ahead of Black Friday
This might help you get the most bang for your buck, especially during Black Friday.
The Daily Dot
"They'll fake the discount": Man explains why you shouldn't buy anything on Ama…
"So THAT’S why Black Friday deals have totally sucked the past several years!"
