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Sign InIn a move reflecting the international expansion ambitions of the Japanese retail sector, Seven & i Holdings shares rose by more than 4% in Tokyo trading. This surge was driven by reports indicating that the company is in investment talks to acquire a stake in the Polish convenience store chain Zabka. The Japanese giant aims to bolster its global presence and accelerate its store count growth beyond its domestic market.
These talks emerge as major retailers face intensifying competition in European emerging markets, where Zabka stands as Poland's largest convenience chain with over 10,000 locations. Compared to peers, Seven & i is looking to solidify its position following previous mega-deals, such as the $21 billion acquisition of Speedway in the US in 2021, according to Bloomberg data. The Polish market is viewed as a strategic gateway for expansion into Central and Eastern Europe.
Regarding market performance, the 3382.T stock closed at 2007 JPY (as of July 16, 2026), hitting a daily high of 2014.5 JPY. Investors will closely monitor official announcements regarding the final deal valuation, while global markets await key economic catalysts such as the US Federal Reserve's Monetary Policy Report scheduled for release later this month, which could impact global equity sentiment.