Argos' Makeover: Can It Revive a Retailer on Life Support? The retail landscape is littered with the carcasses of once beloved brands, their demise a testament to the unforgiving nature of consumer trends.
Among them, few have as rich a history as Argos, which was founded in 1972 and has been a mainstay for generations on British high streets. Despite its legacy, Argos has struggled to adapt to the online revolution.
Its sales stagnated against Amazon's dominance, with Sainsbury's selling the company at a significant loss after only 10 years of ownership.