Couche-Tard scraps $47 billion bid for Japan's Seven & i
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Jul 17 2025
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Source: Reuters
Couche-Tard Withdraws Bid: Canadian retailer Alimentation Couche-Tard has pulled its $47 billion bid to acquire Seven & i Holdings, citing a lack of constructive engagement from the Japanese company, which would have marked a significant foreign takeover in Japan.
Impact on Seven & i: Following Couche-Tard's withdrawal, Seven & i's shares fell by 9%, and the company faces pressure to improve its earnings and demonstrate independent growth amidst ongoing discussions about potential asset sales and restructuring plans.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
