Funding for family buyout of Seven & i likely to be secured by end of DecemberReuters says funding for buyout will involve Japan's three largest lenders. Japanese owner of 7-Eleven receives another offer to rival Couche-Tard bidOffer comes from a member of the family that helped found the company. Circle K expanding its footprint in upstate New York Convenience retailer is partnering with partnered with the Briad Group to open 40 franchised stores. Couche-Tard names Amy Jenkins as head of global private label Appointment comes as company looks to add more private label product next year. Seven & i Holdings to focus on food and growth in North America After rebuffing Couche-Tard’s earlier offer, 7-Eleven’s parent company to focus on food offerings in North America, new stores. Will U.S. convenience stores find the secret to selling better food? C-stores are looking overseas for grab-and-go inspiration, and upping their coffee game. Couche-Tard gains ally in bid to take over 7-Eleven Artisan Partners International Value Team asks Seven & i Holdings to respond to enhanced bid. Alimentation Couche-Tard’s new CEO is cognisant of the past, focused on the future Alex Miller sits down for in-depth discussion about his new role and the company’s vision during the recent Convenience Industry Council of Canada Summit. Seven & i Holdings Co. plans to restructure to fend off buyout from Couche-Tard 444 underperforming retail locations in North America will be closed under restructuring plan. Alimentation Couche-Tard makes revised offer for Seven & i Holdings New bid values Seven & i at US$47 billion, about 22% higher than an offer of $38.6 billion Couche-Tard made in August. 1 2 3 4 5 Next Last