A company split from GUS plc. Argos had come into existence in the year 2006 when Home Retail Group of GUS became independent from its mother company. Argos is subsidiary of Home Retail Group and is UK’s leading retailer in general and home merchandise. There are about 700 online & over-telephone stores of Argos through out UK and Republic of Ireland. There are around 34,000 employees working with Argos. Argos has recorded a sale growth of 8% during the last fiscal year. More than 130 million customers are served every year by Argos. The total number of orders obtained online or over-phone by Argos amounts to about 4 million in a year. A survey revealed that the catalogue of Argos is available in about 75% of the households in United Kingdom. Very soon they expect to have more than 800 stores adding 30 stores every year. Their online shopping site is considered the second most popular internet retail site in United Kingdom. Any item you may possible imagine of your need is available with Argos. Their range of items covers video and audio items, games, toys, furniture and electronic items. You can purchase baby garments and gifts from Argos. Kitchen and laundry items are available with them. Their list of products contains jewelry, personal and health care items. Garden equipments, sporting goods and furniture can also be purchased from their online stores. Their product line consists of PC, Computer & photography equipments, nursery items, entertainment products, games & toys, video games, electronic items and satellite system. Through discount codes, these products can be purchased at concessional prices.