WASHINGTON — Target is trying to get ahead of the Black Friday rush with a three-day sale in early November, offering deep discounts on a number of items shoppers will be looking for headed into the holiday season.

Target is the eighth-largest retailer in the U.S., and is a mainstay shopping destination for millions of Americans looking for Christmas gifts.

The company promised deals of 40% or more on items ranging from clothing to kitchen tools or toys.

When do Target's Black Friday deals start?

Target's "Early Black Friday" deals begin Nov. 2. The company said it would begin putting out new deals every Sunday starting with the first week of November, all the way through Dec. 24.

The first week will include deals on Apple electronics, headphones and other tech. Here's the full list

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