US Black Friday and Cyber Monday 2022 e-commerce sales defy expectations
Inflation didn't deter shoppers after all...

As per figures from Adobe Analytics, U.S. e-commerce sales during Thanksgiving weekend this year beat expectations (despite the fact inflation is still very much present).
Here are some key points:
Cyber Monday (November 28) generated $11.3 billion in sales. That’s 5.8% higher than last year and a new all time record.
Black Friday (November 25) generated $9.12 billion (2.3% higher than 2021). Another record.
Mobile shopping sales were strong (about 50% of all sales).
Video games, drones, smart watches, laptops and toys were the most popular items.
Discounts were particularly agressive (which could partially explain the numbers).
Overall, the better than expected sales are a testament to the strength of e-commerce in America (which continues to grow).