Seven & i CEO: 7-Eleven U.S. IPO would help fund more aggressive growth
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Aug 06 2025
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Source: SeekingAlpha
Seven & i's IPO Plans: Seven & i Holdings plans to launch an IPO for its North American operations, specifically the 7-Eleven business, in the second half of 2026 to facilitate aggressive growth through debt and faster store rollouts.
Response to Shareholder Pressure: The company has faced pressure from shareholders to enhance returns and growth, leading to a $13B stock buyback announcement and the sale of its supermarket business, while also addressing a failed takeover bid from Alimentation Couche-Tard.
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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.
