Japan’s Seven & i Holdings, operator of the global 7-Eleven chain, is under pressure to negotiate a potential takeover bid from Canada’s Alimentation Couche-Tard. The deal, if successful, would be the largest-ever overseas buyout of a Japanese firm. Artisan Partners, a key shareholder, emphasized the “historic implications” of this move and urged Seven & i to engage in negotiations while the offer remains friendly. This potential acquisition highlights the ongoing scrutiny of Seven & i’s management and corporate governance, with investors advocating for fair and independent decision-making.
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