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Couche-Tard Pursues 7-Eleven Acquisition Amid Regulatory Challenges

3/9/2025

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Alimentation Couche-Tard is eyeing a bold acquisition of Seven & i Holdings, the parent company of 7-Eleven, but faces regulatory hurdles. To secure approval, Couche-Tard is willing to sell off U.S. stores and has sweetened its offer to $18.19 per share. Meanwhile, Seven & i is considering leadership shifts and asset sales to boost shareholder returns.

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Story summary

Alimentation Couche-Tard is eyeing a bold acquisition of Seven & i Holdings, the parent company of 7-Eleven, but faces regulatory hurdles. To secure approval, Couche-Tard is willing to sell off U.S. stores and has sweetened its offer to $18.19 per share. Meanwhile, Seven & i is considering leadership shifts and asset sales to boost shareholder returns.