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7-Eleven
7-Eleven is a convenience store chain with over 13,000 stores in the U.S. and Canada. The company operates, franchises, and licenses stores under several...
7-Eleven
7-Eleven is a convenience store chain with over 13,000 stores in the U.S. and Canada. The company operates, franchises, and licenses stores under several brands, including 7-Eleven, Speedway, Stripes, Laredo Taco Company, and Raise the Roost Chicken and Biscuits. 7-Eleven aims to provide a convenient experience for customers, offering a range of products and services, including food, drinks, and fuel.
General information
Firm type
other
Year founded
1927
Location
Region
Europe
Country
United States
City
Irving
Corporate office
Irving, TX, United States
Additional offices
London · Boston · Ellicott City · San Francisco · Dallas
Principals
Joe C. Thompson Jr.
Founder
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
Who owns 7-Eleven?
7-Eleven, Inc. is owned by Seven & i Holdings Co., Ltd., a Japanese retail conglomerate. Seven & i Holdings acquired control in 2005 through a tender offer. The company operates as a subsidiary, with franchisees owning individual stores.
How does 7-Eleven source proprietary deal flow?
7-Eleven sources deals through its corporate development team, focusing on acquisitions of convenience store chains and adjacent services. Recent acquisitions include Speedway (2021), Skipcart (2022), and Stripes (2018), all originating from direct negotiations or broker relationships.
Is 7-Eleven structured as a single family office or does it operate more like a retail operating company?
7-Eleven is a retail operating company, not a family office. It is a wholly owned subsidiary of Seven & i Holdings, which is publicly traded on the Tokyo Stock Exchange. The firm's capital is deployed into its retail operations and acquisitions, not external investments.
Does 7-Eleven participate in fund commitments or only direct deals?
7-Eleven primarily engages in direct acquisitions of retail chains and complementary businesses. It does not typically commit capital to external investment funds. Its corporate venture arm is limited, focusing on strategic investments like Skipcart.
What investment stages does 7-Eleven typically target?
7-Eleven targets mature, cash-flow-positive retail chains for acquisitions, not venture-stage companies. Its deals range from $100M to $21B (Speedway acquisition), focusing on scale and geographic expansion.
Which sectors does 7-Eleven explicitly avoid?
7-Eleven focuses exclusively on convenience retail and related services (fuel, delivery, financial services). It avoids high-tech, biotech, or real estate development outside its core business.
How is 7-Eleven related to Seven & i Holdings?
Seven & i Holdings Co., Ltd. is the Tokyo-based parent company that owns 7-Eleven, Inc. and operates other retail brands including Ito Yokado and Sogo & Seibu. Seven & i Holdings acquired 7-Eleven in 2005 and has held it as a core subsidiary.
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