More retail sectors getting in on the lengthening Black Friday act

Competition among Greek retail chains, particularly those in the technology and electronics sector, is becoming fiercer than ever in the runup to Black Friday, with many retailers having already started offering special discounts.

A growing number of big chains have been dropping their prices since last weekend via their online shops, with some products on special offer having already sold out, and more companies are joining in with each passing day. Black Friday started in the US, where it takes place the day after Thanksgiving, but in Greece this year retailers have extended it into "Black Week." Businesses ranging from shopping centers and clothing stores to energy companies, supermarkets and hairdressers are getting in on the act.

The brick-and-mortar stores of leading electronics retailer Public closed at 8 p.m. last Saturday, and immediately after that the Black...