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Black Friday 2026 doesn't officially arrive until 27 November but, for anyone hoping to tick off their Christmas shopping before December, spread the cost of presents across a few paydays or secure a sought-after gift before it sells out, there's good reason to start looking now. With retailers including Currys, Argos and Boots already launching their sales, you don't have to wait until the main event to snap up some of the best Black Friday deals.

Getting ahead of the rush has its advantages. According to Ian Bendelow, senior analyst at The British Retail Consortium , “Black Friday is no longer confined to a single weekend, with many retailers offering deals throughout November.…