Does 4th of July have sales?
BARGAIN hunters may be wondering whether retailers are slashing prices in honor of Independence Day. We explain what you need to know about Fourth of July sales and how to find the best deals. Yes, plenty of retailers reduce prices a few days before and during Independence Day on July 4. For example, Macy's has already slashed prices by up to 60% on items ranging from fashion and beauty to homeware and gadgets. While Wayfair has reduced prices on selected furniture by up to 60% too. Home Depot shoppers can also find discounts during the long weekend, with deals on tools, appliances, grills and paint. THE Fourth of July, also known as Independence Day, is celebrated every year in the US on July 4. The holiday is celebrated to mark the day the Second Continental Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence in 1776. The day was not made a federal holiday until 1870. It remained an unpaid federal holiday until 1938, when Congress changed Independence Day to a paid day off. Many Americans celebrate with picnics and fireworks, while plenty of retailer slash their prices. HP's Fourth of July sale has also already kicked off, with up to 58% discounts on tech, while Lenovo is also offering a huge 58% off. Most sales appear to end at midnight on July 4, although there are some exceptions with discounts running into next week. However, some retailers are running time limited deals which will end at various points over the weekend. In other words, if you're in the market for something specific, it's best to act sooner rather than later if you're worried about missing out. How to find the best deals  Just because something is on offer, or is part of a sale, it doesn't mean it's always a good deal. There are plenty of comparison websites out there that'll check prices for you - so don't be left paying more than you have to. Most of them work by comparing the prices across hundreds of retailers. Here are some ones you can use:  Google Shopping is a tool that lets users search for and compare prices for products across the web. Simply type in keywords, or a product number, to bring up search results. is a tool that lets users search for and compare prices for products across the web. Simply type in keywords, or a product number, to bring up search results. CamelCamelCamel only works on goods being sold on Amazon. To use it, type in the URL of the product you want to check the price of. only works on goods being sold on Amazon. To use it, type in the URL of the product you want to check the price of. Honey is a price comparison tool that lets you compare prices through your browser. It can also find coupons and codes for saving money on items you're looking at. Its important to note that unless you were already planning on making a purchase, it isnt really a saving. Before you buy, also make sure to double-check whether there are any delivery fees. Plenty of retailers also slashed prices ahead of Memorial Day in May. Last year, Americans crowded beaches and parks to enjoy the Fourth of July holiday as coronavirus surged nationwide. It came after celebrations were cancelled across the nation due to fears that Covid cases could spike if lockdown measures were lifted too soon.