Blockbuster's Early Dominance
Blockbuster’s rapid expansion in the 90s made it the king of video rentals. With thousands of stores, it had unmatched brand recognition. However, growth masked deeper structural problems.
“Blockbuster was too focused on expansion to notice the shifting tides.”
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