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Behind the Money
How a 7-Eleven takeover could reshape corporate Japan
Sep 18, 2024
Leo Lewis, the Tokyo bureau chief for the Financial Times, explores the implications of Canada-based Couche-Tard’s bid for Japan’s 7-Eleven. This potential acquisition marks a pivotal moment in Japan’s traditionally closed corporate culture towards foreign deals. Lewis discusses the shift in attitudes and evolving regulatory practices that may usher in a new era of foreign investment. He also delves into the paradox of 7-Eleven’s success amidst stagnant shareholder returns, highlighting how this takeover could reshape Japan's M&A landscape.
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- The potential takeover of 7&i Holdings by a Canadian company signifies a pivotal shift in Japan's traditional resistance to foreign acquisitions.
- 7-Eleven's unique offerings and customer loyalty underscore the challenge of balancing customer satisfaction with shareholder value in corporate governance.
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