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How Brands Got Consumers to Shop on Black Friday

Despite consumer sentiment reaching an all-time low ahead of retail’s biggest shopping event, brands managed to entice cash-strapped consumers with targeted discounts, new products and an emphasis on storytelling.
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Consumers turned out for Black Friday despite macroeconomic uncertainty. (Getty Images)

This year, retailers went into Black Friday with low expectations.

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