Black Friday and Cyber Monday are two of the year’s biggest shopping events in the United States. But what about international shoppers? Fortunately, both sales have spread around the globe. That means shoppers in Europe, Asia, Africa, and all over the world can take advantage of deep discounts on everything from technology to beauty products.
The international websites of several retailers offer shoppers a chance to score significant savings. For instance, Amazon, AliExpress, Macy’s, Samsung, and so many other stores are known for great discounts between Black Friday and Cyber Monday.
Wondering how to find the best international deals for Black Friday and Cyber Monday? You just need to know where to look. With this in mind, we’ve rounded up stores international shoppers should keep in mind during this holiday sales bonanza.
Black Friday and Cyber Monday Go Global
The period between Black Friday and Cyber Monday — spanning from the Friday to the Monday after American Thanksgiving — is a great time to find huge discounts both in-store and online. While these sales originated in the United States, they’ve since expanded worldwide. In fact, more than half of the countries in the world have Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales.1
KDP/GettyBut where should you start? Here are some of the top retailers international shoppers should check out for Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals. Exact promotions change every year, so these are just a snapshot to give you some idea of what to expect.
Amazon
Amazon is known for slashing prices between Black Friday and Cyber Monday. And shoppers can take advantage of these deals from all over the world. Every year, Amazon offers discounts on a wide range of items, from apparel to electronics to home goods.
It’s a great time to save on Amazon tech devices like Kindle e-readers and Fire tablets. AmazonBasics, as you might expect, are traditionally marked down. And top brands — think Dyson, KitchenAid, and Apple — are also offered at low prices.2
Macy’s
Macy’s ships to more than 200 locations worldwide, so it’s another place to score Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals.3 If you’re looking for discounts on clothing, beauty, or home goods, then Macy’s is a wonderful store to check out.
For example, select deals include 25% off UGG boots, 40% off Levi’s apparel, and MAC lipsticks for only $10 this year.4 Appliances from brands like Ninja and KitchenAid will also be on sale. So, shoppers can find deals across categories.
Overstock
Looking for Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals on furniture, home decor, or kitchen appliances? Then Overstock is a great place to look for bargains. It ships to more than 180 countries, so international shoppers can get in on the savings.5
To give you some idea of the savings that are likely to be available, most categories were around 25% off in 2021.6 Shoppers scored deals on everything from mattresses to countertop appliances to furniture. Seasonal decor was even on sale.
Samsung
Samsung is a global tech company known for offering great discounts between Black Friday and Cyber Monday. For instance, the company offers deals on its latest smartphones, tablets, and TVs. That makes it a great time to upgrade a variety of tech devices.
If you’re looking to save on some of the latest Samsung products, then be sure to keep an eye out for Samsung’s Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals. Depending on the items, shoppers can save hundreds and even thousands of dollars.7
ASOS
ASOS, a global online fashion retailer, is an amazing place to find deals between Black Friday and Cyber Monday. In 2021, shoppers scored up to 80% off everything across the site.8 So, there were deals on apparel, cosmetics, and skin-care products.
In addition to ASOS-branded items, the international retailer carries major brands like The North Face and Charlotte Tilbury. As a matter of fact, it carries more than 850 brands.9 If you’re looking for holiday deals on fashion and beauty, then give ASOS a look.
Newegg
For Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals, Newegg shoppers around the world can expect discounts on a variety of items. Some of the biggest savings are typically on laptops, smartphones, televisions, and gaming devices.
Last year, deals included $200 off the Gigabyte G5 15.6-inch RTX 3060 gaming laptop and a $50 gift card with the purchase of an Oculus Quest 2 headset.10 So, it’s a hotspot for deals on all things tech during Black Friday and Cyber Monday.
AliExpress
AliExpress, Alibaba’s direct-to-consumer online marketplace, is another retailer where international shoppers can find great Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals. Last year, most categories on the site were at least 50% off and some were even 80% off.11
AliExpress sells products from around the world, including Korean-made electronics and Chinese-made clothing. So, it’s an online retailer to have on your radar for low-priced goods from a variety of categories during Black Friday and Cyber Monday.
Things To Keep in Mind
If you’re an international shopper looking to take advantage of Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals, then there are several retailers to check out. Amazon, AliExpress, Macy’s, Overstock, Samsung, Newegg, and ASOS are just some of the stores to have on your radar.
Retailers offer deep discounts on all kinds of products, including electronics, clothing, and appliances. So, there’s sure to be a store with great deals you could use, no matter what you’re shopping for this Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Some retailers offer deals throughout November, so also keep an eye out for early Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales.