When it comes to renting movies, this company is a Blockbuster. Blockbuster is the world's largest video rental chain, with more than 7,800 company-owned or franchised stores in more than 20 countries (about 60% are in the US). The chain rents more than 1 billion videos, DVDs, and video games at its Blockbuster Video outlets each year. Customers can also make rentals through its Web site, Blockbuster Online, which has taken on a more prominent role as the company attempts to fend off competitors such as Netflix. The company is closing struggling stores and has announced plans to divest its foreign operations and focus on its business in North America.
Sector: Services
Industry: Specialty Retail