Seven & I Holdings Co Ltd

Seven & i Holdings faces a pivotal shift: Japan’s record‑breaking M&A surge and the retirement of 7‑Eleven Inc.’s long‑time CEO signal a bold corporate overhaul that could redefine the convenience‑store giant’s global strategy and investor appeal.

Seven & i Holdings Co Ltd remains a key player in the consumer staples sector despite a failed $46-billion acquisition bid, with its market presence and performance influenced by Japan’s political and economic landscape.

Alimentation Couche-Tard has withdrawn its $47 billion bid to acquire Seven & i Holdings, citing internal pressures and underestimating the complexities of the Japanese market.

Seven & i Holdings Co Ltd has reported a 9.7% increase in operating profit for the March to May quarter, driven by improved performance of its overseas convenience stores.