Seven & I Holdings is in advanced talks to acquire a multibillion-dollar stake in Poland’s Zabka, according to a report by Inside Retail Asia. The deal would significantly extend the Japanese retail conglomerate’s reach into Eastern Europe, moving beyond its core markets in Japan and North America.
Seven & I, which operates the 7-Eleven convenience store chain globally, has been seeking growth opportunities outside its traditional strongholds amid a competitive domestic market. A stake in Zabka, which runs thousands of convenience stores across Poland, would give the company a foothold in one of Europe’s fastest-growing retail segments, leveraging Zabka’s strong brand and extensive network.
Neither Seven & I nor Zabka have commented on the talks, which are reported to involve a valuation in the billions of dollars. The move underscores a broader trend of Asian retailers expanding into European markets, seeking diversification and higher growth rates. If completed, the deal would mark one of the largest foreign investments in Poland’s retail sector.