As November approaches its final days, many consumers have their eyes on what’s new Black Friday 2025which is celebrated by this coming Friday 28 November In Spain. The date has been set for years in … A calendar of all major brands and stores around the world, allowing users to access all kinds of offers on clothing, technology, makeup and other types of goods.
This day is always held, which is characterized by its discounts on all kinds of supplies Friday after Thanksgiving In the United States. For this reason, since its celebration began in America more than 60 years ago, this day has become for many the starting signal for the start. Christmas shopping season Due to the decline in prices experienced by many products.
An American tradition that originated in Spain years ago
Although it is an American tradition dating back to 1960, since 2012 there are many National companies that have joined this trend Which has also gained importance in other countries. He was the first to do so mediamarket 2012, which announced discounts to coincide with this date. Although the campaign was not very successful, other large companies such as El Corte Inglés or Zara They were added over the years, until it became… Very attractive history for buyersWhich leads to increased sales for many.
However, not all Spaniards agreed to create this American heritage in our country. Many call Black Friday a Business trap To attract consumers with offers that often do not correspond to reality.
Although we can believe that much Bargains Not to be missed – there are discounts exceeding 80% – which is not the case: in 2023 Only 14% of products decreased in priceWhile it has become 36% more expensive, according to the Organization of Consumers and Users (OCU). The organization noted that “most of the products offered actually maintain their price, even if they were announced under the umbrella of Black Friday offers,” warning against this. Deceptive practices In this sector.
Pedro Ruiz speaks loud and clear about Black Friday in Spain
One regular in this criticism is the actor and comedian Pedro Ruizwhich is a regular occurrence when it comes to talking about current affairs on social networks. The comedian was accused on more than one occasion against celebrating “Black Friday” And their offers. This is what he did last year, 2024, on social media, where he launched Sharp criticism against the establishment of Black Friday in Spain.
“At dawn I heard on the radio “Digital Shopping Expert” For about half an hour,” the Catalan comedian began explaining on his account “Lots of tips, rules and warnings” That she had left frightened.
Early in the morning, I listened to the “Digital Shopping Expert” on the radio for about half an hour. He gave so much advice, rules and warnings that it terrified me. All this stuff about apps and alarms and Black Friday shopping checks is a hot mess. Puts us in hell
– Pedro Ruiz (@ElPedroRuiz) November 27, 2024
Pedro Ruiz wanted to directly influence this consumer day, which invites users to waste money: «All this stuff about apps and alarms and Black Friday purchase checks is a bog-standard trap. The broadcaster concluded his speech by strongly criticizing his opinion of these delicious discounts, saying: “They put us in hell.”