Australians are anticipated to begin their Black Friday shopping earlier in 2026, with major sales at Cotton On and Walmart covering the event for three days. Electronics and travel deals are among the highlighted offers. Meanwhile, Russian retailers are forecasting smaller sales due to recent drone attacks on e-commerce warehouses. Walmart has released an ad showing holiday deals and prolonged shopping periods. The early purchases signal a shift in shopping trends, with gaming and tech products leading the way, while travelers are looking for longer trips. The sales are foreseen to be a major event in the retail sector.