Research reveals that 67% of Brazilians fear fake deals on 'Black Friday'.
The main Black Friday scams identified by respondents are fake discounts (the famous 'half the double') and shipping costs that are higher than the product itself.
247 - A survey conducted by Serasa indicates that Brazilians are keeping a low profile regarding Black Friday promotions. According to the survey, 67% of Brazilians fear false offers for the shopping event where companies promise large discounts to encourage purchases.
The research also shows that eight out of ten have been victims of fraud on other occasions, and 67% still fear experiencing it again.
Among the main Black Friday scams identified by respondents, the most common were fake discounts – when a company intentionally increases the price of a product days before Black Friday and then reverts to the initial price advertising a special offer – as well as shipping fraud with a higher cost than the product itself, according to reports. reporter from Uol.
To avoid hassles when shopping, Brazilians cited some strategies they usually adopt. 35% of people said they evaluate the security of the website where they make purchases; 34% stated they only buy from large and well-known stores, and 33% only buy from stores they already trust. In addition, 30% revealed they are suspicious when prices are significantly below market value.
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