7-Eleven parent Seven & I Holdings is in the news after major store closures in 2026; founder Ito Suzuki brought 7-Eleven to Japan, now an honorary adviser.
7-Eleven's North American operator has announced plans to close 645 stores in 2026, surpassing the 205 openings forecast. The closures include conversions to wholesale fuel stores, as the company shifts focus toward food and delivery services amid economic pressures and changing consumer habits.
Sukichi Suzuki, who helped introduce 7-Eleven stores to Japan and built Seven-Eleven Japan into a global brand, has died at his Tokyo home. He was 93. Funeral services are private; a public ceremony will be announced later.