NBC Select Urges Memorial Day Shoppers to Buy Appliances, Skip Tech as Discounts Reach 70%
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Updated · NBC News · May 22
NBC Select Urges Memorial Day Shoppers to Buy Appliances, Skip Tech as Discounts Reach 70%
3 articles · Updated · NBC News · May 22
NBC Select’s latest Memorial Day shopping advice says the strongest value is in large appliances, furniture, mattresses and bedding, not in the seasonal items many shoppers first look for.
Up to 70% markdowns are advertised across major retailers, but the experts say summer apparel, beach gear, grills, patio furniture, fans and air conditioners are often better buys later—especially after Labor Day or during July sales.
Tech also lands in the skip category for Memorial Day, with better discounts typically arriving on Amazon Prime Day for devices like Kindles, Echoes and AirPods, and on Black Friday for TVs and gaming gear.
Three-day holiday sales can still make sense for urgent purchases because retailers often add free delivery, installation or old-item haul-away—perks that can save shoppers hundreds, including about $200 on dishwasher installation.
With today's record-low tech prices, is waiting for Prime Day or Black Friday still the smartest shopping strategy?
In today's economy, do major sales events truly help families save, or just encourage them to spend more?