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'''7-Eleven''' or '''7-11''' is an international chain of ]s and primarily operates using the ] model.
'''7-Eleven''' or '''7-11''' is an international chain of ]s. 7-Eleven, primarily operating as a ], is the world's largest operator, franchisor, and licensor of convenience stores with more than 50,000 outlets. This number surpassed the previous record-holder, ], in 2007, by approximately 1,000 retail stores.<ref>{{cite web|title=7-11 around the world|url=http://www.sej.co.jp/company/en/g_stores.html|work=Seven-Eleven Japan Co. Ltd|publisher=Seven-Eleven Japan Co. Ltd|accessdate=13 November 2013|date=30 September 2013}}</ref><ref>{{cite news |url=http://www.japannewsreview.com/business/business/20070712page_id=598 |title=7-Eleven world's largest chain store |agency=Japan News Review |date=July 12, 2007 |accessdate=January 16, 2009 |archiveurl=http://www.webcitation.org/5dsuOCKUU |archivedate=January 16, 2009}}</ref> 7-Eleven branded stores under parent company ], are in 15 countries with its largest markets being ] (16,664), the ] (7,800), ] (7,816), ] (7,055), and ] (5,001).<ref>{{cite web|url=http://corp.7-eleven.com/RealEstate/tabid/180/Default.aspx |title=Store Development |publisher=Corp.7-eleven.com |date= |accessdate=2011-11-25}}</ref>


7-Eleven, Inc. is headquartered in ], Texas, while its globally operating parent company, Seven-Eleven Japan Co., Ltd., is headquartered in ].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://corp.7-eleven.com/corp/international-licensing |title=About Us - International Licensing |publisher=7-Eleven, Inc. |date= |accessdate=2014-10-13}}</ref> In turn, the ] of Seven-Eleven Japan is Seven & I Holdings Co. Ltd. 7-Eleven Inc. is headquartered in ], Texas, whilst it's globally operating parent company, Seven-Eleven Japan Co. Ltd. is headquartered in ].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://corp.7-eleven.com/corp/international-licensing |title=About Us - International Licensing |publisher=7-Eleven, Inc. |date= |accessdate=2014-10-13}}</ref> In turn, the ] of Seven-Eleven Japan is Seven & I Holdings Co. Ltd.


==Etymology== ==Etymology==
The company's first convenience outlets were known as Tote'm Stores, since customers "toted" away their purchases, and some even sported genuine Alaskan ]s in front. In 1946, the name Tote'm was changed to '''7-Eleven''' to reflect the stores' new, extended hours—7 am until 11 pm, seven days a week.<ref name="7-Eleven History"/> The company's corporate name was changed from "The Southland Corporation" to 7-Eleven, Inc. in 1999. The company's first outlets were known as "Tote'm Stores", since customers "toted" away their purchases, with some featuring genuine Alaskan ]s in front. In 1946, the name Tote'm was changed to '''7-Eleven''' to reflect the stores' new, extended hours (7 am until 11 pm, seven days a week).<ref name="7-Eleven History"/> The company's corporate name was changed from "The Southland Corporation" to 7-Eleven, Inc. in 1999CE.


==History== ==History==
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The company originated in 1927 in ], ], when an employee of Southland Ice Company, ], started selling milk, eggs, and bread from an improvised storefront in one of the company's ].<ref name="7-Eleven, Inc. History"> Retrieved 20 July 2012.</ref> Although small grocery stores and general merchandisers were present in the immediate area, Joe C. 'Jodie' Thompson, Sr., the manager of the ice plant, discovered selling convenience items, such as bread and milk, was popular due to the ice's ability to preserve the items. This significantly cut back on the need to travel long distances to the grocery stores for basic items. Thompson eventually bought the Southland Ice Company and turned it into Southland Corporation, which oversaw several locations which opened in the Dallas area.<ref name="7-Eleven History"> Retrieved 20 July 2012.</ref> The company originated in 1927CE in ], ], whereupon Southland Ice Company employee ], commenced selling milk, eggs and bread from an improvised storefront in a company ].<ref name="7-Eleven, Inc. History"> Retrieved 20 July 2012.</ref> Although small grocery stores and general merchandisers were present in the immediate area, Joe C. Thompson Sr., the manager of the ice plant, deliberated that selling convenience items such as bread and milk was popular due to the preservation of items through ice. This significantly reduced the need to travel long distances to the grocery stores for basic items. Thompson eventually bought the Southland Ice Company and turned it into Southland Corporation, which oversaw several locations which opened in the Dallas area.<ref name="7-Eleven History"> Retrieved 20 July 2012.</ref>


In 1928, one of the managers brought back a ] from ] and placed it in front of his store. Due to the attention received by the totem pole, additional totem poles were placed at each of the store locations and all of the stores began operating under the name "Tote'm Stores" (a ] on the totem poles as well as the idea that customers "toted" or carried away their purchases).<ref name="7-Eleven History" /><ref name="7-Eleven, Inc. History" /> In that same year, many locations also began selling ]. Although the ] caused the company to go ] in 1931, it still managed to continue operations. In 1928CE a manager procured a ] from ] and placed it in front of his store. Due to postive effect on overall attention to the store generated by the totem pole, additional totem poles were placed at each of the store locations and all of the stores began operating under the name "Tote'm Stores". In that same year, many locations also began selling ]. Although the ] caused the company to declare ] in 1931CE it still managed to continue operations.


In 1946, in an effort to continue the company's ] recovery, the name of the stores was changed to 7-Eleven to reflect their hours of operation—7&nbsp;a.m. to 11&nbsp;p.m., which at the time was unprecedented. By 1952, 7-Eleven opened its 100th store. It was incorporated as Southland Corporation in 1961.<ref name="7-Eleven, Inc. History"/> In 1962, 7-Eleven first experimented with a ] schedule in Austin, ] after an Austin store was forced to remain open all night due to customer demand.<ref name="7-Eleven History"/> By 1963, 24-hour stores were established in ] and Dallas, ] as well as ], ].<ref>{{cite news |url=http://www.7-eleven.com/newsroom/houroperation.asp |archiveurl=http://web.archive.org/web/20070129100615/http://www.7-eleven.com/newsroom/houroperation.asp |archivedate=January 29, 2007 |title=News Room: Background Information: Open around the clock |work=7-Eleven, Inc. |accessdate=February 25, 2007}}</ref> In 1946CE, in an effort to continue the company's ] recovery, the name of the stores was changed to 7-Eleven to reflect their new hours of operation, which at the time was considered unprecedented. By 1952CE, 7-Eleven opened it's 100th store. It was incorporated as Southland Corporation in 1961CE.<ref name="7-Eleven, Inc. History"/> In 1962CE, 7-Eleven first experimented with a ] schedule in Austin, ] after an Austin store remained open all night to satisfy customer demand.<ref name="7-Eleven History"/> By 1963CE, 24-hour stores were established in ] and Dallas, ] as well as ], ].<ref>{{cite news |url=http://www.7-eleven.com/newsroom/houroperation.asp |archiveurl=http://web.archive.org/web/20070129100615/http://www.7-eleven.com/newsroom/houroperation.asp |archivedate=January 29, 2007 |title=News Room: Background Information: Open around the clock |work=7-Eleven, Inc. |accessdate=February 25, 2007}}</ref>


The Southland Corporation in the late 1980s was threatened by a corporate takeover, prompting the Thompson family to take steps to take the company private by buying out public shareholders in a tender offer. In 1987, ], the Chairman and CEO of 7-Eleven, completed a $5.2&nbsp;billion ] of the company his father had founded.<ref>. Associated Press, December 9, 1987.</ref> The buyout suffered from the ], and after failing initially to raise high yield debt financing, the company was required to offer a portion of the company's stock as an inducement to invest in the company's bonds.<ref>Frank, Peter H.. ''The New York Times'', November 11, 1987</ref><ref>WAYNE, LESLIE. "." ''The New York Times''. January 4, 1988</ref> In the late 1980s period The Southland Corporation was threatened by a corporate takeover, prompting the Thompson family to take steps to convert the company to a private model by buying out public shareholders in a tender offer. In 1987CE, ], the Chairman and CEO of 7-Eleven, completed a $5.2&nbsp;billion ] of the company.<ref>. Associated Press, December 9, 1987.</ref> The buyout suffered from the effects of the ] and after failing initially to raise high yield debt financing, the company was required to offer a portion of stock as an inducement to invest in the company's bonds.<ref>Frank, Peter H.. ''The New York Times'', November 11, 1987</ref><ref>WAYNE, LESLIE. "." ''The New York Times''. January 4, 1988</ref>


Operating in this period with exceptionally high interest costs, the Company, now private, encountered financial difficulties with the high debt load, and as part of the re-structuring, sold various divisions, such as ] and ] - an auto parts franchise, which was acquired by Southland in 1979 to provide the convenience of a 7-Eleven store, was divested in 1990 to General Electric and later purchased by ]. In 1998, the company was rescued in bankruptcy by the Japanese corporation ], its largest franchisee. This downsizing also resulted in numerous metropolitan areas losing 7-Eleven stores to rival convenience store operators. Operating in this period with exceptionally high interest costs, the company, now private, encountered financial difficulties with the high debt load, and as part of the re-structuring sold various divisions such as the ] and ], in 1990CE to General Electric and later purchased by ]. In 1998CE, the company was rescued from bankruptcy by the Japanese corporation ]. This downsizing also resulted in numerous metropolitan areas losing 7-Eleven stores to rival convenience store operators.


The Japanese company gained a controlling share of 7-Eleven in 1991,<ref name="7-Eleven History"/> during the ] of the early 1990s. Ito-Yokado formed ], and 7-Eleven became its subsidiary in 2005. In 2007, Seven & I Holdings announced that it would be expanding their American operations, with an additional 1,000 7-Eleven stores in the United States. Seven & I was the fifth largest retailer in the world in 2013, with 35,000 stores in approximately 100 countries.<ref>{{cite web|title=7-Eleven Waco, TX|url=http://cp.capitalpacific.com/External/DisplayPDF.aspx?ListingID=839f6732-7fd7-e211-bec7-00155d696505&PDF=7-Eleven|website=Capital Pacific|publisher=Capital Pacific|accessdate=29 October 2014|format=PDF|date=2013}}</ref> The Japanese company gained a controlling share of 7-Eleven in 1991CE,<ref name="7-Eleven History"/> during the ] of the early 1990s. Ito-Yokado formed ] and 7-Eleven became its subsidiary in 2005CE. In 2007CE, Seven & I Holdings announced that it would be expanding their American operations, with an additional 1,000 7-Eleven stores in the United States.
Seven & I was the fifth largest retailer in the world in 2013CE, with 35,000 stores in approximately 100 countries.<ref>{{cite web|title=7-Eleven Waco, TX|url=http://cp.capitalpacific.com/External/DisplayPDF.aspx?ListingID=839f6732-7fd7-e211-bec7-00155d696505&PDF=7-Eleven|website=Capital Pacific|publisher=Capital Pacific|accessdate=29 October 2014|format=PDF|date=2013}}</ref>

==Products and services== <!-- Big Gulp redirects to this section --><!-- For external subsection links -->
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Among 7-Eleven's offerings are ] products, including ], a partially frozen soft drink introduced in 1967,<ref name="yep">{{Dead link|date=August 2010}}</ref> and the Big Gulp introduced in 1980<ref name="yep" /> that packaged ]s in large cups ranging in size from {{convert|20|to|64|U.S.oz|L|abbr=off|sp=us}}.


===Other products=== ===Other products===
In addition to Slurpee and the Big Gulp, 7-Eleven would come to own or operate several brands of food and concepts, including ], an in-store video-rental service; ], the gas brand sold at many locations up until 2006, as well as ] (1979–1990, later sold to ]), which had locations adjacent to or near several 7-Eleven locations. They bought ] Inc. on August 10, 2006, mostly in or around the ], ] area, and plan to convert all of the remaining White Hens to 7-Eleven stores. 7-Eleven operates several brands of food and concepts, including ], an in-store video-rental service; ], a gas brand discontinued in 2006CE and White Hen stores.

⚫ Since 2005, the company has offered ], a prepaid phone service where a cellphone can be purchased directly from a 7-Eleven store in the U.S. or ] and activated on the spot.


⚫ Since 2005CE, the company has also offered a prepaid phone service whereby a cellphone can be purchased directly from a 7-Eleven store in the U.S. or ] and activated on the spot.
On November 3, 2009, 7-Eleven announced that it was releasing two low-priced proprietary wines in the United States and ] (under the "Yosemite Road" brand).<ref>, ''Dallas Observer'' (Unfair Park blog), Robert Wilonsky—writer, November 4, 2009. Retrieved November 5, 2009.</ref>


==Global== ==Global==
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====Australia==== ====Australia====
The first 7-Eleven in ] opened on August 24, 1977 in the ] suburb of ]. There are currently over 600<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.facebook.com/7ElevenAustralia/posts/674360949268402|title=Official 7 Eleven Statement}}</ref> stores in Australia, with 240+ in the state of ], 210+ in ], and 130+ in ], and recently in Western Australia. The majority of stores are in metropolitan areas, particularly in ] areas. Stores in ]an areas often operate as ]s. Stores are owned and operated as franchises, with a central administration. The first 7-Eleven in ] opened on August 24, 1977CE in the ] suburb of ]. The majority of stores are in metropolitan areas, particularly in ] areas. Stores in ]an areas often operate as ]s. Stores are owned and operated as franchises, with a central administration.


7-Eleven stores in Australia sell a range of items, including daily newspapers, drinks, ], and ]s. They sell pre-prepared food, such as sandwiches, ], pies, and sausage rolls, under their proprietary brand, "munch." 7-Eleven stores sell ]s, including three types of prepaid ] cards, and the chain has partnered with BankWest, resulting in the placement of BankWest ] in their stores nationwide. 7-Eleven stores in Australia sell a range of items, including daily newspapers, drinks, ], and ]s. 7-Eleven stores sell ]s, including three types of prepaid ] cards and the chain has partnered with BankWest, resulting in the placement of BankWest ] in their stores nationwide.


On November 7, one small cup of ] is given free of charge to each customer as a promotion for the annual event, Seven Eleven Day. November is the 11th month which makes it "7/11" in accordance with the American date format.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.slurpee.com.au/news/view/happy-7-eleven-day|title=Slurpee News: HAPPY 7-ELEVEN DAY!}}</ref> On November 7 each year, one small cup of ] is given free of charge to each customer as a promotion for the annual event, Seven Eleven Day. November is the 11th month which makes it "7/11" in accordance with the American date format.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.slurpee.com.au/news/view/happy-7-eleven-day|title=Slurpee News: HAPPY 7-ELEVEN DAY!}}</ref>


⚫ In April 2014CE, 7-Eleven revealed plans to start operating stores in Western Australia, with 11 stores planned within the first year, and a total of 75 stores established within five years. The first store was expected to open on October 30, 2014CE, in the city of ].<ref>{{cite web|title=First 7-Eleven in WA to open in October|url=http://www.7eleven.com.au/media-centre/article/first-7-eleven-in-wa-to-open-in-october|website=7-Eleven|publisher=7-Eleven Stores Pty. Ltd|accessdate=16 January 2015|date=10 September 2014}}</ref>
7-Eleven has acquired 295 Mobil service stations in the states of New South Wales, Queensland, ], and Victoria that were originally going to be purchased by ]. In South Australia, 29 sites were later sold to ], and they were rebranded as ] convenience stores.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.theaustralian.com.au/business/opinion/eleven-nears-acquisition-of-mobil-service-stations/story-e6frg9io-1225868671876 |title=7-Eleven nears acquisition of Mobil service stations |work=The Australian |date=May 20, 2010}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.theage.com.au/business/7eleven-buys-mobil-petrol-stations-20100527-wg4p.html |title=7-Eleven buys Mobil petrol stations |work=The Age |location=Australia |date=May 27, 2010}}</ref>

⚫ In April 2014, 7-Eleven revealed plans to start operating stores in Western Australia, with 11 stores planned within the first year, and a total of 75 stores established within five years. The first store was expected to open on October 30, 2014, in the city of ].<ref>{{cite web|title=First 7-Eleven in WA to open in October|url=http://www.7eleven.com.au/media-centre/article/first-7-eleven-in-wa-to-open-in-october|website=7-Eleven|publisher=7-Eleven Stores Pty. Ltd|accessdate=16 January 2015|date=10 September 2014}}</ref>


====China==== ====China====
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7-Eleven opened its first store in ]'s ] in 1992, and later expanded to ] in 2004, ] and ] in 2011, ] in 2012, and ] in 2013. In Chinese 7-Eleven stores where Slurpees are offered, the Chinese name ] (sīlèbīng) is used. They also offer a wide array of warm food, including traditional items like steamed buns, and stores in Chengdu offer a full variety of onigiri (饭团). Beverages, alcohol, candy, periodicals, and other convenience items are also available. 7-Eleven opened its first store in ]'s ] in 1992CE, and later expanded to ] in 2004CE, ] and ] in 2011CE, ] in 2012CE, and ] in 2013CE. In Chinese 7-Eleven stores where Slurpees are offered, the Chinese name ] (sīlèbīng) is used. They also offer a wide array of warm food, including traditional items like steamed buns, and stores in Chengdu offer a full variety of onigiri (饭团). Beverages, alcohol, candy, periodicals, and other convenience items are also available.
The majority of stores are open for 24 hours a day.

{{as of|2013}}, there are 970 7-Eleven stores in mainland China. The opening of other Beijing locations have been planned, and will open "from 7:00&nbsp;am until 11:00&nbsp;pm, to suit the lifestyle of ]s";<ref> (February 5, 2004 09:09) (China Daily by Liu Jie)</ref> however, the majority are open ] every day.


====Hong Kong==== ====Hong Kong====
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7-Eleven, nicknamed "Little 7" (Chat Jai) by the locals, has operated in Hong Kong since 1981 under the ownership of ]. With most locations being in urbanized areas, approximately 40 percent are franchised stores. In September 2004, Dairy Farm acquired ], a convenience-store chain located mainly in the territory's ] stations, and converted them to 7-Eleven stores. {{as of|2009}}, Hong Kong has 950 7-Eleven stores, and has the second-highest density of 7-Eleven stores after ], with one outlet per {{convert|1.16|km²}}. 7-Eleven has operated in Hong Kong since 1981CE under the ownership of ]. With most locations being in urbanized areas, approximately 40 percent are franchised stores. In September 2004CE, Dairy Farm acquired ], a convenience-store chain located mainly in the territory's ] stations, and converted them to 7-Eleven stores. {{as of|2009}}, Hong Kong has 950 7-Eleven stores, and has the second-highest density of 7-Eleven stores after ], with one outlet per {{convert|1.16|km²}}.


====Indonesia==== ====Indonesia====
In April 1991, 7-Eleven announced plans to expand its business in ] through a ] agreement with Modern Putra Indonesia (a subsidiary of Modern Group, a n Indonesian ] distributor) of ]. Modern Putra Indonesia's initial plans are to focus on opening stores in Jakarta, targeting densely populated commercial and office areas, to offer working Indonesians a convenient place to shop for lunch, snacks, and emergency items. Other major cities, such as ], ], and ], have been identified as expansion opportunities.<ref>{{cite news |url=http://corp.7-eleven.com/NewsRoom/2009NewsReleases/7ElevenStoresinIndonesia/tabid/303/Default.aspx |title=7-Eleven, Inc. Partners with PT. Modern Putra Indonesia in Master Franchise for 7‑Eleven Stores in Indonesia |publisher=7-Eleven, Inc. |date=April 6, 2009|accessdate=July 11, 2010}}</ref> In April 1991CE, 7-Eleven announced plans to expand its business in ] through a ] agreement with Modern Putra Indonesia. Modern Putra Indonesia's initial plans are to focus on opening stores in Jakarta, targeting densely populated commercial and business areas. Other major cities, such as ], ], and ] have been identified as expansion opportunities.<ref>{{cite news |url=http://corp.7-eleven.com/NewsRoom/2009NewsReleases/7ElevenStoresinIndonesia/tabid/303/Default.aspx |title=7-Eleven, Inc. Partners with PT. Modern Putra Indonesia in Master Franchise for 7‑Eleven Stores in Indonesia |publisher=7-Eleven, Inc. |date=April 6, 2009|accessdate=July 11, 2010}}</ref>
There are 128 7-Eleven stores in Indonesia {{as of|2013|lc=y}}.


⚫ The Indonesian government stated in May 2010CE that they will monitor 7-Eleven expansion, as 7-Eleven is licensed as a convenience store instead of a mini-market. Indonesian law limits mini-market ownership to local companies.<ref>{{cite news |url=http://economy.okezone.com/index.php/ReadStory/2010/05/31/320/338084/pemerintah-terus-pantau-gerai-7eleven |title=Pemerintah Terus Pantau Gerai 7-Eleven |publisher=Okezone. |date=May 10, 2010|accessdate=September 26, 2010}}</ref>
There are 128 7-Eleven stores in Indonesia {{as of|2013|lc=y}}. 7-Eleven stores in Indonesia have released "Ice Radio Mix" in cooperation with ] (Global ARH Radio, Sindo Trijaya FM, V Radio, and Radio Dangdut Indonesia), which is owned by Hary Tanoesoedibjo. Tanoesoedibjo announced that ] would acquire 75 percent of 7-Eleven Indonesia after launching "Ice Radio Mix" in 2013 with MNC Radio Networks.

⚫ The Indonesian government stated in May 2010 that they will monitor 7-Eleven expansion, as 7-Eleven is licensed as a convenience store instead of a mini-market. Indonesian law limits mini-market ownership to local companies.<ref>{{cite news |url=http://economy.okezone.com/index.php/ReadStory/2010/05/31/320/338084/pemerintah-terus-pantau-gerai-7eleven |title=Pemerintah Terus Pantau Gerai 7-Eleven |publisher=Okezone. |date=May 10, 2010|accessdate=September 26, 2010}}</ref>


====Japan==== ====Japan====
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] has more 7-Eleven locations than anywhere else in the world, where they often bear the title of its current holding company "]". Of the 50,254 stores around the globe, 15,852 stores (30 percent of global stores) are located in Japan,<ref>{{Citation | type = company corporate information | url = http://www.sej.co.jp/company/en/g_stores.html | title = 7-11 around the world | date = September 30, 2012 | publisher = SEJ | place = ]}}.</ref> with 2,079 stores in ] alone.<ref>{{Citation | type = company corporate information | url = http://www.sej.co.jp/company/en/n_stores.html | title = Number of Stores in each administrative division | date = November 31, 2012 | publisher = SEJ | place = JP}}.</ref> On September 1, 2005, Seven & I Holdings Co., Ltd., a new holding company, became the parent company of 7-Eleven, ], and ] Japan. ] has more 7-Eleven locations than anywhere else in the world, where they often bear the title of its current holding company "]". Of the 50,254 stores around the globe, 15,852 stores (30 percent of global stores) are located in Japan,<ref>{{Citation | type = company corporate information | url = http://www.sej.co.jp/company/en/g_stores.html | title = 7-11 around the world | date = September 30, 2012 | publisher = SEJ | place = ]}}.</ref> with 2,079 stores in ] alone.<ref>{{Citation | type = company corporate information | url = http://www.sej.co.jp/company/en/n_stores.html | title = Number of Stores in each administrative division | date = November 31, 2012 | publisher = SEJ | place = JP}}.</ref> On September 1, 2005, Seven & I Holdings Co., Ltd., a new holding company, became the parent company of 7-Eleven, ], and ] Japan.


The aesthetics of the store are somewhat different from that of 7-Eleven stores in other countries as the stores offer a wider selection of products and services.
The feel and look of the store is somewhat different from that of 7-Elevens in the U.S., as the stores offer a wider selection of products and services. Japanese 7-Elevens offer not only food, drinks, and magazines, but also video games and consoles, music CDs, DVDs, and ], as well as seasonal items like ] cakes, ] chocolates, and ]. Slurpees and Big Gulp super-size soft drinks were introduced in the early 1980s, but were discontinued some years later. Slurpees, however, returned to Japan at some 7-Eleven locations in 2011.{{citation needed|date=January 2015}}
⚫ Following the example of other convenience stores in Japan, 7-Eleven has solar panels and LEDs installed on about 1,400 of its stores.<ref>{{Citation | newspaper = Tokyo Weekender | url = http://www.tokyoweekender.com/2012/05/solar-convenience-stores/ | title = Solar Convenience Stores | date = May 9, 2012 | accessdate = September 26, 2012}}.</ref>

⚫ Like some other convenience stores in Japan, 7-Eleven has solar panels and LEDs installed on about 1,400 of its stores—as of mid-2012, it was the chain with the most of this technology.<ref>{{Citation | newspaper = Tokyo Weekender | url = http://www.tokyoweekender.com/2012/05/solar-convenience-stores/ | title = Solar Convenience Stores | date = May 9, 2012 | accessdate = September 26, 2012}}.</ref>


====Malaysia==== ====Malaysia====
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]n 7-Elevens are owned by 7-Eleven Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. which now operates 1,472 stores nationwide (as of October 2013). 7-Eleven in Malaysia was incorporated on June 4, 1984, by the ]. The first 7-Eleven store in Malaysia was opened in October 1984, in ], ].<ref>{{cite web|title=Company Overview of 7-Eleven Malaysia Sdn Bhd|url=http://investing.businessweek.com/research/stocks/private/snapshot.asp?privcapid=22400508|publisher=]|accessdate=25 January 2013}}</ref> In October 2008, 7-Eleven achieved a milestone opening of its 1,000th store in ], ]. It is today the market leader in the convenience store chain landscape in Malaysia.<ref>{{cite web|title=Company Factsheet|url=http://www.7eleven.com.my/html/default.aspx?ID=2&PID=12|publisher=7-Eleven Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.|accessdate=25 January 2013}}</ref> ]n 7-Eleven stores are owned by 7-Eleven Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. which now operates 1,472 stores nationwide (as of October 2013CE). 7-Eleven in Malaysia was incorporated on June 4, 1984CE by the ]. The first 7-Eleven store in Malaysia was opened in October 1984CE, in ], ].<ref>{{cite web|title=Company Overview of 7-Eleven Malaysia Sdn Bhd|url=http://investing.businessweek.com/research/stocks/private/snapshot.asp?privcapid=22400508|publisher=]|accessdate=25 January 2013}}</ref>

====Macau==== ====Macau====
7-Eleven entered the ] market in 2005 under the ownership of ], the same conglomeration group operating Hong Kong's 7-Eleven. With only {{convert|29.5|km²}}, Macau has 45 stores, making it a single market that has the highest density of 7-Eleven stores, with one store per {{convert|0.65|km²}}. 7-Eleven entered the ] market in 2005CE under the ownership of ], the same conglomeration group operating Hong Kong's 7-Eleven. With only 25.9 square kilometres, Macau has 45 stores, making it a single market that has the highest density of 7-Eleven stores, with one store per 0.65 kilometres.


====Philippines==== ====Philippines====
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In the ], 7-Eleven is run by the Philippine Seven Corporation (PSC), founded by former ] ], Jose Pardo, and Francisco Sibal. Its first store, located at ], opened in 1984. In 2000, ] of ], also a licensee of 7-Eleven, bought the majority shares of PSC and thus formed a strategic alliance for the convenience store industry within the area. In the ], 7-Eleven is run by the Philippine Seven Corporation (PSC). Its first store, located in ], opened in 1984CE. In 2000CE, ] of ], also a licensee of 7-Eleven, purchased the majority shares of PSC and thus formed a strategic alliance for the convenience store industry within the area.

On May 19, 1989, PSC's sister company, Philippine Seven Properties Corporation (PSPC), was registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). PSPC undermined the difficulties posed by the Philippine Constitution, and made it easier for PSC to raise money through the acceptance of foreign and corporate investments. PSPC was able to successfully generate additional funds, which were used by PSC in the construction of six stores in 1988 and five stores in 1989. As of April there are now over 1,000 7-Eleven stores in the ].


====Singapore==== ====Singapore====
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In ], 7-Eleven forms the largest chain of ] island-wide. There are at present 560 7-Eleven stores scattered throughout the country. Stores in ] are operated by ], franchised under a licensing agreement with 7-Eleven Incorporated, headquartered in ], in the ]. In ], 7-Eleven forms the largest chain of ] island-wide. There are at present 560 7-Eleven stores scattered throughout the country. Stores in ] are operated by ], franchised under a licensing agreement with 7-Eleven Incorporated, headquartered in ], in the ].


The first 7-Eleven stores were opened in 1983CE with a franchise license under the ]. The license was then acquired by ] Singapore, a subsidiary of the Dairy Farm Group, in 1989CE.
The first 7-Eleven stores were opened in 1983 with a franchise license under the ]. The license was then acquired by ] Singapore, a subsidiary of the Dairy Farm Group, in 1989. At present, 7-Eleven plans to expand its base to include 300 stores, within the next few years. In 2006, 7-Eleven (Singapore) signed an agreement with ] to operate its "Shell Select" convenience stores in all its petrol stations island-wide.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.shell.com/home/content/media/news_and_media_releases/archive/2006/seven_eleven_media_release_07062006.html |title=Customers the real winners from Shell - 7- Eleven Alliance - Shell Worldwide |publisher=Shell |date=2006-06-07 |accessdate=2011-11-25}}</ref> In September 2007, the change-over of Shell Select stores to 7-Eleven were fully completed.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.shell.com.sg/home/content/sgp/aboutshell/media_centre/news_and_media_releases/archive/2007/alliance_2609.html |title=Shell & 7-Eleven Alliance Roll-Out in Singapore Completed - Singapore |publisher=Shell.com.sg |date=2007-09-26 |accessdate=2011-11-25}}</ref>


7-Eleven stores in Singapore operate around the clock, except for stores in ], hospitals, ], some shopping centres, ], ], ], ], and ], which have shorter operating hours. ]s and Big Gulp super size soft drinks are available at most 7-Eleven stores in Singapore, although a small minority of stores do not sell Slurpees and Big Gulp due to space constraints. 7-Eleven stores in Singapore operate all day, excepting stores in ], hospitals, ], some shopping centres, ], ], ], ], and ], which have shorter operating hours.


====South Korea==== ====South Korea====
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7-Eleven has a major presence in the ]n convenience store market where it competes with ], ] (formerly LG25), ], and independent competitors. There are 7,064 7-Eleven stores in South Korea, with only ], the ], and ] hosting more stores. The first 7-Eleven store in South Korea opened in 1989 in ] in ] with a franchise license under the ]. In January 2010 Lotte Group acquired the ] convenience store chain and rebranded its 1,000 stores under the 7-Eleven brand. Branded products such as ] or Big Gulp are no longer carried in South Korean stores. 7-Eleven has a major presence in the ]n convenience store market where it competes with ], ] (formerly LG25), ], and independent competitors. There are 7,064 7-Eleven stores in South Korea, with only ], the ], and ] hosting more stores. The first 7-Eleven store in South Korea opened in 1989CE in ] in ] with a franchise license under the ]. In January 2010CE Lotte Group acquired the ] convenience store chain and rebranded its 1,000 stores under the 7-Eleven brand.


====Taiwan==== ====Taiwan====
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In ], 7-Eleven is the largest and most popular convenience store chain, and is owned by ] under ]. The first store opened in 1979 and the 5,000th store was opened in July 2014.<ref>{{cite news|author1=Maranda Hsu, Lilian Wu|title=Taiwan's 5,000th 7-Eleven convenience store opens for business|url=http://focustaiwan.tw/news/aeco/201407110031.aspx|accessdate=29 October 2014|work=Focus Taiwan News Channel|date=11 July 2014}}</ref> Taiwan has the world's fifth-largest number of 7-Eleven convenience stores after ], the ], ] and ].{{citation needed|date=October 2014}} In ], 7-Eleven is the largest convenience store chain and is owned by ] under ]. The first store opened in 1979CE and the 5,000th store was opened in July 2014CE.<ref>{{cite news|author1=Maranda Hsu, Lilian Wu|title=Taiwan's 5,000th 7-Eleven convenience store opens for business|url=http://focustaiwan.tw/news/aeco/201407110031.aspx|accessdate=29 October 2014|work=Focus Taiwan News Channel|date=11 July 2014}}</ref> Taiwan has the world's fifth-largest number of 7-Eleven convenience stores after ], the ], ] and ].{{citation needed|date=October 2014}}


====Thailand==== ====Thailand====
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First opened in 1989 on Patpong Road, Bangkok. The franchise in ] is the ], which in turn grants franchises to operators. There are 7,816<ref name="Int'l Licensing">{{cite web|title=International Licensing|url=http://corp.7-eleven.com/corp/international-licensing|website=7-Eleven Corporate|publisher=7-Eleven Corporation|accessdate=2014-10-23}}</ref> 7-Eleven stores in Thailand {{as of|2013|lc=y}}, half of which are in ]. Thailand has the 3rd largest number of 7-Eleven stores after ] and the ].<ref name="About 7-Eleven">, 7-Eleven. Retrieved March 25, 2010.</ref> The first store opened in 1989CE on Patpong Road, Bangkok. The franchise in ] is the ], which in turn grants franchises to operators. There are 7,816<ref name="Int'l Licensing">{{cite web|title=International Licensing|url=http://corp.7-eleven.com/corp/international-licensing|website=7-Eleven Corporate|publisher=7-Eleven Corporation|accessdate=2014-10-23}}</ref> 7-Eleven stores in Thailand {{as of|2013|lc=y}}, with approximately 50% located in ]. Thailand has the 3rd largest number of 7-Eleven stores after ] and the ].<ref name="About 7-Eleven">, 7-Eleven. Retrieved March 25, 2010.</ref>


The company plans spending 5 billion baht to expand its business. 2 billion will be used to open 500 new outlets, one billion to renovate existing stores, and the rest to develop a new distribution centre in the East.<ref></ref> The company plans spending 5 billion baht to expand its business. 2 billion will be used to open 500 new outlets, one billion to renovate existing stores, and the rest to develop a new distribution centre in the East.<ref></ref>
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====United Arab Emirates==== ====United Arab Emirates====
Seven & I Holdings announced in June 2014 that had struck a contract with ] to open the first Middle Eastern 7-Eleven in ], ] during the summer of 2015.<ref name="7-Eleven to open in Dubai">{{cite web | url=http://www.thenational.ae/business/industry-insights/retail/7eleven-to-open-in-dubai-next-year-first-in-middle-east | title=7-Eleven to open in Dubai next year, first in Middle East | work=] | date=June 17, 2014 | accessdate=June 19, 2014 | author=Sahoo, Sananda}}</ref><ref name="7-Eleven to Open Store in Dubai">{{cite web | url=http://online.wsj.com/articles/7-eleven-to-open-store-in-dubai-1402942024 | title=7-Eleven to Open Store in Dubai | work=] | date=June 16, 2014 | accessdate=June 19, 2014 | author=Armental, Maria}}</ref><ref name=" Seven & I Dubai ">{{cite web | url=http://in.reuters.com/article/2014/06/17/seveni-emirates-dubai-idINL4N0OY0TN20140617 | title=Seven & I to open 7-Eleven in Dubai next year, first in Middle East | work=] | date=June 17, 2014 | accessdate=June 19, 2014 | author=Kim, Chang-Ran and Shimizu, Ritsuko}}</ref> The company also said that they had plans to open about 100 stores in the country by the end of 2017.<ref name="7-Eleven to open in Dubai" /><ref name=" Seven & I Dubai " /> Seven & I Holdings announced in June 2014CE that they had agreed a contract with ] to open the first Middle Eastern 7-Eleven in ], ] during the summer of 2015CE.<ref name="7-Eleven to open in Dubai">{{cite web | url=http://www.thenational.ae/business/industry-insights/retail/7eleven-to-open-in-dubai-next-year-first-in-middle-east | title=7-Eleven to open in Dubai next year, first in Middle East | work=] | date=June 17, 2014 | accessdate=June 19, 2014 | author=Sahoo, Sananda}}</ref><ref name="7-Eleven to Open Store in Dubai">{{cite web | url=http://online.wsj.com/articles/7-eleven-to-open-store-in-dubai-1402942024 | title=7-Eleven to Open Store in Dubai | work=] | date=June 16, 2014 | accessdate=June 19, 2014 | author=Armental, Maria}}</ref><ref name=" Seven & I Dubai ">{{cite web | url=http://in.reuters.com/article/2014/06/17/seveni-emirates-dubai-idINL4N0OY0TN20140617 | title=Seven & I to open 7-Eleven in Dubai next year, first in Middle East | work=] | date=June 17, 2014 | accessdate=June 19, 2014 | author=Kim, Chang-Ran and Shimizu, Ritsuko}}</ref> The company also said that they had plans to open about 100 stores in the country by the end of 2017.<ref name="7-Eleven to open in Dubai" /><ref name=" Seven & I Dubai " />


===Europe=== ===Europe===
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The first ]an 7-Eleven location was in Sweden, on Tomtebogatan in ], and opened in 1978. 7-Eleven was available in Spain until 2000, and there were many stores inside Repsol petrol stations, as well as some other petrol-station brands across the country. 7-Eleven stores are now solely located in the Scandinavian region of Europe. The first ]an 7-Eleven store was opened in ], Sweden in 1978CE. 7-Eleven was available in Spain until 2000CE with many stores inside Repsol petrol stations, as well as some other petrol-stations across the country. 7-Eleven stores are now solely located in the Scandinavian region of Europe.


The owner of the ] for 7Eleven in Scandinavia is Reitan Servicehandel, an arm of the Norwegian retail group, ]. After Reitangruppen bought the filling station chain, ] (now YX Energy), in ] and Sweden in 2006, it announced that several of the stores at the filling stations would be rebranded as 7-Elevens, and the petrol would be supplied by Shell—other stores remain under the YX brand. The owner of the ] for 7Eleven in Scandinavia is Reitan Servicehandel, an arm of the Norwegian retail group, ]. After Reitangruppen bought the filling station chain, ] (now YX Energy), in ] and Sweden in 2006CE it announced that several of the stores at the petrol stations would be rebranded as 7-Elevens and that the petrol would be supplied by Shell. Other stores remain under the YX brand.


====Denmark==== ====Denmark====
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The first 7-Eleven store in Denmark was opened at ] in ] on September 14, 1993. {{as of|2013}}, there are 196 stores, mostly in Copenhagen, ], ], and ], including 8 stores at ]. In Denmark, 7-Eleven has an agreement with ], with a nationwide network of Shell/7-Eleven service stations, and an agreement with DSB to have 7-Eleven stores at most ] stations. The first 7-Eleven store in Denmark was opened at ] in ] on September 14, 1993CE. There are currently 196 stores, mostly in Copenhagen, ], ], and ], including 8 stores at ]. In Denmark, 7-Eleven has an agreement with ], with a nationwide network of Shell/7-Eleven service stations, and an agreement with DSB to have 7-Eleven stores at most ] stations.


====Norway==== ====Norway====
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The first 7-Eleven store in Norway was opened at ] in ] on September 13, 1986. As of January 2012, there are 162 7-Eleven stores in Norway, more than half of these in Oslo. Norway has the northernmost 7-Eleven in the world, situated in ]. On a per-capita basis, Norway has one 7–Eleven store for every 47,000 Norwegians, compared to ], which has one for every 74,000 Canadians. The first 7-Eleven store in Norway was opened at ] in ] on September 13, 1986CE. As of January 2012CE, there are 162 7-Eleven stores in Norway, more than 50% located in Oslo. Norway has the northernmost 7-Eleven in the world, situated in ]. On a per-capita basis, Norway has one 7–Eleven store for every 47,000 Norwegians, compared to ], which has one for every 74,000 Canadians.


====Sweden==== ====Sweden====
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Reitan Servicehandel Sverige has held the license in Sweden since December 1997. In the mid-1990s, 7-Eleven in Sweden received adverse publicity due to the unfavourable labour contracts offered by its then-licensee, ''Small Shops'', an American-based company, resulting in many stores being sold and closed down. For a time there were only 7-Elevens in Stockholm and ]. For a time in the early 1980s, Slurpees were sold in 7-Eleven stores in Sweden, but ]s later replaced the product. Reitan Servicehandel Sverige has held the license in Sweden since December 1997CE. In the mid-1990s period, 7-Eleven in Sweden received adverse publicity due to the unfavourable labour contracts offered by its then-licensee, ''Small Shops'', an American-based company, resulting in many stores being sold and closed down. For a time there were only 7-Elevens in Stockholm and ].


7-Eleven returned to the south of Sweden in 2001, when a convenience store opened in ]. Later, in the 2000s, the Swedish 7-Eleven chain was involved in controversy when the Swedish TV channel ] exposed widespread fraud on the part of Reitan Servicehandel in its management of the 7-Eleven franchise, which Reitan Servicehandel eventually admitted to on its website. 7-Eleven returned to the south of Sweden in 2001CE, when a convenience store opened in ]. Later, in the 2000s, the Swedish 7-Eleven chain was involved in controversy when the Swedish TV channel ] exposed widespread fraud on the part of Reitan Servicehandel in its management of the 7-Eleven franchise, which Reitan Servicehandel eventually admitted to on its website.

{{as of|2013}}, there are 189 7-Elevens in Sweden: most are in Stockholm, while 19 are in Gothenburg and 15 are in southern Sweden (three in ], three in Lund, four in ], four in ], and one at ]). After an agreement with ] on August 27, 2007, 112 Shell Select outlets were re-branded as 7-Eleven by April 2009.


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====Canada==== ====Canada====
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The first 7-Eleven store to open in ] was in ], ] on June 29, 1969. There are 484 7-Eleven stores in Canada {{as of|2013|lc=y}}.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://corp.7-eleven.com/AboutUs/InternationalLicensing/tabid/115/Default.aspx |title=7-Eleven – International Licensing |publisher=Corp.7-eleven.com |date=January 1, 2010 |accessdate=August 8, 2010| archiveurl= http://web.archive.org/web/20100806134055/http://corp.7-eleven.com/AboutUs/InternationalLicensing/tabid/115/Default.aspx| archivedate= 6 August 2010 <!--DASHBot-->| deadurl= no}}</ref> ], ] has the world's largest number of ] consumers, with an estimated 1,500,000 slurpees sold since the first 7-Eleven opened on March 21, 1970.{{Citation needed|date=March 2014}} All 7-Eleven locations in Canada are corporate operated.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://franchise.7-eleven.com/index.php/a-strong-brand |title=7-Eleven – A Strong Brand |publisher=Franchise.7-eleven.com |accessdate=August 8, 2010}}</ref> The first 7-Eleven store to open in ] was in ], ] on June 29, 1969CE. There are 484 7-Eleven stores in Canada {{as of|2013|lc=y}}.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://corp.7-eleven.com/AboutUs/InternationalLicensing/tabid/115/Default.aspx |title=7-Eleven – International Licensing |publisher=Corp.7-eleven.com |date=January 1, 2010 |accessdate=August 8, 2010| archiveurl= http://web.archive.org/web/20100806134055/http://corp.7-eleven.com/AboutUs/InternationalLicensing/tabid/115/Default.aspx| archivedate= 6 August 2010 <!--DASHBot-->| deadurl= no}}</ref> ], ] has the world's largest number of ] consumers, with an estimated 1,500,000 slurpees sold since the first 7-Eleven opened on March 21, 1970.{{Citation needed|date=March 2014}} All 7-Eleven locations in Canada are corporate operated.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://franchise.7-eleven.com/index.php/a-strong-brand |title=7-Eleven – A Strong Brand |publisher=Franchise.7-eleven.com |accessdate=August 8, 2010}}</ref>


A limited number of 7-Eleven locations feature ]s from ], ], or ]. In November 2005, 7-Eleven started offering the Speak Out Wireless cellphone service in Canada, however, multiple sources claim this Wireless service to end in Summer/Fall 2014 due to provider issues. {{Citation needed|date=September 2014}} 7-Eleven locations also featured ] ]s{{emdash}}in June 2012, these machines were replaced with ATMs operated by ]. 7-Eleven abandoned the ], ] market in December 2009 after selling all its six outlets to ], a regional chain. Following concerns over the fate of Speak Out Wireless customers, Quickie offered to assume existing SpeakOut customers and phones into its Good2Go cellphone program.<ref>{{Cite news | url=http://www.ottawacitizen.com/news/ottawa/Eleven+unplugs+phone+deal+moves/2161149/story.html | title=7-Eleven unplugs phone deal, moves Hundreds of cellphone owners left on hold by sale to Quickie | first=Vito | last=Pilieci |work=Ottawa Citizen | date=October 30, 2009 | accessdate=December 12, 2009}}{{Dead link|date=August 2010}}</ref><ref>{{cite web | url=http://www.quickiestores.com/pg_CompanyNewsDetails.php?int_ArticleItemId=14&str_Evt=evt_LnkPgArticleItem_Select | title=Attention... Speak Out Customers are Good 2 Go... | publisher=Quickie | accessdate=December 12, 2009}}</ref> 7-Eleven is similarly absent from the ] market due to its saturation by chains like ], ] as well as independent ]s. A limited number of 7-Eleven locations feature ]s from ], ], or ]. In November 2005CE, 7-Eleven started offering the Speak Out Wireless cellphone service in Canada. 7-Eleven locations also featured ] ]s{{emdash}}in June 2012CE, these machines were replaced with ATMs operated by ]. 7-Eleven abandoned the ], ] market in December 2009CE after selling all of the six outlets to ], a regional chain. Following concerns over the fate of Speak Out Wireless customers, Quickie offered to assume existing SpeakOut customers and phones into its Good2Go cellphone program.<ref>{{Cite news | url=http://www.ottawacitizen.com/news/ottawa/Eleven+unplugs+phone+deal+moves/2161149/story.html | title=7-Eleven unplugs phone deal, moves Hundreds of cellphone owners left on hold by sale to Quickie | first=Vito | last=Pilieci |work=Ottawa Citizen | date=October 30, 2009 | accessdate=December 12, 2009}}{{Dead link|date=August 2010}}</ref><ref>{{cite web | url=http://www.quickiestores.com/pg_CompanyNewsDetails.php?int_ArticleItemId=14&str_Evt=evt_LnkPgArticleItem_Select | title=Attention... Speak Out Customers are Good 2 Go... | publisher=Quickie | accessdate=December 12, 2009}}</ref> 7-Eleven is similarly absent from the ] market due to its saturation by chains like ], ] as well as independent ]s.


====Mexico==== ====Mexico====
In ] the first 7-Eleven store opened in 1971 in ], ] in association with Grupo Chapa (now Iconn) and 7-Eleven, Inc. under the name Super 7. In 1995, Super 7 was renamed to 7-Eleven, which has 1,552 stores in several areas of the country {{as of|2013|lc=y}}. When stores are located within classic buildings (such as in Centro Histórico buildings) or important landmarks, the storefront logo is displayed in monochrome (usually gold or silver lettering). Main competitors in Mexico are ] (Femsa), ] (Soriana), ], and other local competitors. ]s are available at some but not all Mexican 7-Eleven stores. In some locations, a Slurpee-like beverage called Frözt is available. In ] the first 7-Eleven store opened in 1971CE in ], ] in association with Grupo Chapa (now Iconn) and 7-Eleven, Inc. under the name Super 7. In 1995CE, Super 7 was renamed to 7-Eleven, which has 1,552 stores in several areas of the country. When stores are located within classically-designed buildings (such as in Centro Histórico buildings) or important landmarks, the storefront logo is displayed in monochrome with gold or silver lettering. The main competitors in Mexico are ] (Femsa), ] (Soriana), ] and other local competitors.


====United States==== ====United States====
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''Supermarket News'' ranked 7-Eleven's North American operations No. 11 in the 2007 "Top 75 North American Food Retailers," based on 2006 fiscal year estimated sales of US$15.0 billion.<ref name="2007 SN">, ''Supermarket News''. Retrieved February 24, 2007.</ref> Based on 2005 revenue, 7-Eleven is the twenty-fourth largest retailer in the United States.<ref>, ''Stores'', July 2006.</ref> {{as of|2013}}, 8,144 7-Eleven franchised units exist across the United States. Franchise fees range between US$10,000 - $1,000,000 and the ongoing royalty rate varies.<ref>{{cite web|title=7-Eleven Inc.|url=http://www.entrepreneur.com/franchises/7eleveninc/282052-0.html|work=Entrepreneur|publisher=Entrepreneur Media, Inc|accessdate=10 November 2013|year=2013}}</ref> 7-Eleven America has its headquarters in the ] building in ], ].<ref>"." 7-Eleven. Retrieved on November 15, 2009.</ref> ''Supermarket News'' ranked 7-Eleven's North American operations No. 11 in the 2007 "Top 75 North American Food Retailers," based on 2006 fiscal year estimated sales of US$15.0 billion.<ref name="2007 SN">, ''Supermarket News''. Retrieved February 24, 2007.</ref> Based on 2005 revenue, 7-Eleven is the twenty-fourth largest retailer in the United States.<ref>, ''Stores'', July 2006.</ref> {{as of|2013}}, 8,144 7-Eleven franchised units exist across the United States. Franchise fees range between US$10,000 - $1,000,000 and the ongoing royalty rate varies.<ref>{{cite web|title=7-Eleven Inc.|url=http://www.entrepreneur.com/franchises/7eleveninc/282052-0.html|work=Entrepreneur|publisher=Entrepreneur Media, Inc|accessdate=10 November 2013|year=2013}}</ref> 7-Eleven America has its headquarters in the ] building in ], ].<ref>"." 7-Eleven. Retrieved on November 15, 2009.</ref>


⚫ 7-Eleven is moving toward franchising most of its remaining corporate locations inside the United States. The 7-Eleven franchise system splits the gross profits in an arrangement that is around 50/50, between the company and the individual franchisee.{{citation needed|date=November 2013}} The initial 7-Eleven franchise term is 15 years. The franchise fee and other upfront fees collected by 7-Eleven from a newly approved franchisee, in addition to ongoing 50:50 sharing of profits, is not transferable to another incoming franchisee in the same store, for the unexpired portion, if any, of the current 15 year contract. For example, if one pays the full franchise fee for 15 years and leaves the store after one year for any reason, they stand to lose the franchise fee for the remaining 14 years of their term.{{citation needed|date=November 2013}}
In May 1998, an announcement stated that 113 7-Eleven stores would be sold and converted into ] stores. Around the late 80's, 7-Eleven exited the ] market and sold most of its Minnesota stores to ] and closed many, resulting in situations— especially in larger cities like ] and ]—whereby multiple SuperAmerica locations could be found on the same intersection. In states like Minnesota, ], and ], other convenience store, such as Holiday Station Stores, SuperAmerica, ], ], and ], may occupy the same market.{{citation needed|date=November 2013}}

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] advertising the Icy Drink. Outlets in ] do not sell the item under the traditional name ].]]
The only independently owned 7-Eleven stores are located in the ], ] metropolitan area.<ref> Retrieved 20 September 2014.</ref> There were 113 stores prior to the devastating ] that struck Moore, leaving the company 111. These stores are owned by the family of William C. Brown (currently run by son Jim Brown), under a special arrangement with the company that has existed since 1953. William C. Brown's father, Bill Brown, was a business associate and family friend of John Thompson. Bill Brown had recently graduated from the ] and attempted to find an area "ripe" for the retail concept. During his travels, he met the ]-based QuikTrip chain owner who suggested Oklahoma City to Brown. Narrowing down the choices, Bill Brown decided upon Oklahoma and opened the inaugural store at NW 23rd & N. Portland Avenue in Oklahoma City.<ref> Retrieved 20 September 2014.</ref>

At inception, the Thompson family, separately from the Dallas-based corporation, was a part owner of the Oklahoma City 7-Eleven stores. Bill Brown would work a shift at the original store and would scout new locations to build outside of work time. The "Oh Thank Heaven for 7-Eleven" phrase was coined by the Stanford Agency, the in-house advertisement agency for 7-Eleven (1954–1981) in 1969. These stores continue to carry a slightly different product selection than other 7-Eleven stores in the US, as they do not serve hot dogs or nachos; instead, they sell baked goods from an Oklahoma City-based bakery that is owned by the Brown family called 7th Heaven. In late 2005, the bakery's daily sales output was reported as 20,000 units.<ref>{{cite web|title=7-Eleven making presence known with more stores|url=http://newsok.com/7-eleven-making-presence-known-with-more-stores/article/2916265|work=NewsOK|publisher=NewsOK.com|accessdate=10 November 2013|author=Tricia Pemberton|date=19 October 2005}}</ref> Also, due to this agreement, they carry a non-7-Eleven branded product in lieu of the ], the Icy Drink, which is not to be confused with the ].<ref>Sharon Dowell, "At Oklahoma 7-Elevens, Icy rules cool", ''The Oklahoman'' July 27, 2005.</ref> As part of the arrangement, national advertising campaigns and promotions (e.g. movie marketing tie-ins) cannot be used.<ref> Retrieved 20 September 2014.</ref>

In the ] market, 7-Eleven competes with ], from ]; ], from the ] area; ] from Altoona; and ] from York. 7-Eleven has no presence in the ]–]–] area because of Sheetz,<ref>Meg Major, "Fancy Footwork", ''Progressive Grocer'' May 15, 2006. Describes the competitors and stresses the advanced development in the Pennsylvania market.</ref> but is predominant in the ] region—where Sheetz also dominates—as well as South Central Pennsylvania, around the state capital of ].

Between 1988 and 2012, 7-Eleven was absent in several cities in ] (] (1988–2013), ], ], ], ] (1989–2012), and ] (1988-2013)). In 1988 (1989 for its San Antonio locations except for the stores located in the Rio Grande Valley and Corpus Christi), the stores in these areas were sold to ], which owns the Stop & Go franchise<ref>. '']'' October 1, 1987 {{Dead link|date=November 2013}}</ref> later acquired by ] in November 1995,<ref>, '']'' November 9, 1995. {{Dead link|date=November 2013}}</ref>—part of ] since 2006—even though the US headquarters of 7-Eleven is based in Dallas, Texas. The Brownsville and Corpus Christi stores were sold to Circle K which were rebranded by Susser Holdings (which once ran 7-Eleven stores under license until the 1988 sale) in 2006 under the Stripes brand name.<ref>{{cite web|title=Southland Corporation|url=http://www.tshaonline.org/handbook/online/articles/dhs02|work=Texas State Historical Association|publisher=Texas State Historical Association|accessdate=10 November 2013|year=2013}}</ref> 7-Eleven stores are prevalent in the ], ], ], ], and ]; West Texas (], ], ])—the West Texas locations west of Interstate 35 are co-branded with ] (formerly Fina) gas stations, part of Alon USA's retail business interests (7-Eleven stores with Alon gas stations are licensed franchises); and two individual franchises in ] and ], Texas.{{citation needed|date=November 2013}}

As of December 2012, 7-Eleven returned to the ] area of Texas, as the company acquired 143 Speedy Stop and Tigermarket locations from C.L. Thomas Petroleum. The locations were remodeled and rebranded, with the exception of a few locations in the Austin and the Houston Metro areas.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.chron.com/business/article/7-Eleven-returning-to-Houston-4167820.php |title=7-Eleven returning to Houston|deadurl=no |accessdate=4 January 2013}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.chron.com/default/article/7-Eleven-fans-might-thank-heaven-for-Houston-4168335.php |title=7-Eleven fans might thank heaven for Houston return |deadurl=no |accessdate=5 January 2013}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://m.victoriaadvocate.com/news/2013/jan/03/7-eleven-inc-acquires-143-new-locations-south-texa/?business&breaking-news |title=7-Eleven Inc. acquires 143 new locations in South Texas |deadurl=no |accessdate=5 January 2013}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.victoriaadvocate.com/news/2013/jan/03/am_7_eleven_010413_198247/ |title=7-Eleven acquires most Speedy Stops |accessdate=4 January 2013}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.kbtx.com/home/headlines/7-Eleven-Coming-Back-to-Bryan-College-Station-186224331.html |title=7-Eleven Coming Back to Bryan-College Station |accessdate=10 January 2013}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.eatdrinksetx.com/setx-slurpees/ |title=SETX Slurpees |accessdate=4 June 2013}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.beaumontenterprise.com/business/works/article/Three-7-Elevens-opening-in-SE-Texas-4168719.php |title=Three 7-Elevens opening in SE Texas |accessdate=7 January 2013}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.brownsvilleherald.com/news/local/article_2763266a-2ca1-11e3-b4b4-001a4bcf6878.html |title=7-Eleven takes over Brownsville Speedy Stops |accessdate=4 October 2013}}</ref> As a result, former Exxon Tigermarket locations (61 total) in the Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX metropolitan area once part of the C.L. Thomas business portfolio were rebranded as 7-Elevens.

In ], 7-Elevens were only seen in the northeastern part of the state, as part of the ] market, between 1988 and 2012. In the rest of the state, there are several equivalents. 7-Eleven has little to no presence in the ], ] market due to the prominence of local chain ]. In 1987, Southland acquired ]s of ], ], and ] many of which were converted to 7-Elevens.{{citation needed|date=November 2013}}

In March 2007, it was announced that 7-Eleven would sell its corporately owned stores in northern Texas and in ] to franchisees;<ref>, Dallas Morning News, March 8, 2007.</ref> the chain has been franchising stores since 1964.

⚫ 7-Eleven is moving toward franchising most of its remaining corporate locations inside the US. The 7-Eleven franchise system splits the gross profits in an arrangement that is around 50/50, between the company and the individual franchisee.{{citation needed|date=November 2013}} The initial 7-Eleven franchise term is 15 years. The franchise fee and other upfront fees collected by 7-Eleven from a newly approved franchisee, in addition to ongoing 50:50 sharing of profits, is not transferable to another incoming franchisee in the same store, for the unexpired portion, if any, of the current 15 year contract. For example if one pays the full franchise fee for 15 years and leaves the store after one year for any reason, they stand to lose the franchise fee for the remaining 14 years of their term.{{citation needed|date=November 2013}}

7-Eleven expanded their business interests with a 2011 partnership with ], whereby the Slurpee beverage was sold at Cinemark locations in Dallas and Houston, Texas and ], ] after July 2011. The Cinemark partnership is the first time that a 7-Eleven branded product has been sold outside its parent franchise.<ref>{{cite web|title=7-Eleven® Partners with Cinemark to Bring Slurpee Drinks to Movie-Goers|url=http://corp.7-eleven.com/Newsroom/2011NewsReleases/7ElevenPartnerswithCinemark/tabid/485/Default.aspx|work=7-Eleven.com News Room|publisher=7-Eleven, Inc|accessdate=10 November 2013|date=7 July 2011}}</ref>

On April 27, 2011, 7-Eleven signed an agreement to purchase Wilson Farms, a ], ]-based convenience store chain with 188 outlets in New York state. The addition of Wilson Farms significantly increased 7-Eleven’s presence in the western New York area; however, 30 of the acquired stores were sold in late 2012 as they did not fit 7-Eleven's operations at the time of sale.<ref>{{cite web|title=7-Eleven Trimming Wilson Farms Portfolio|url=http://www.cspnet.com/industry-news-analysis/corporate-news/articles/7-eleven-trimming-wilson-farms-portfolio|work=CSPnet.com|publisher=CSP Magazine|accessdate=10 November 2013|date=10 August 2012}}</ref>

In early 2012, 7-Eleven entered into an agreement with Sam's Mart convenience stores to purchase 55 stores in the ], ] market for conversion to the 7-Eleven brand. This marked 7-Eleven's re-entry into the Charlotte market after a 14-year absence, as the corporation operated in the area between 1964 and 1988.<ref>{{cite web|title=7-Eleven returning to Charlotte via deal with Sam’s Mart|url=http://www.bizjournals.com/charlotte/news/2012/01/27/7-eleven-returning-to-charlotte-via.html|work=Charlotte Business Journal|publisher=American City Business Journals|accessdate=10 November 2013|date=27 January 2012}}</ref>

The corporation announced two major US acquisitions in June 2012. Firstly, it acquired 23 stores primarily operated under the Quix banner in north and central Texas, followed by the purchase of 18 Open Pantry stores in ] for conversion to the 7-Eleven brand.<ref>{{cite web|title=US: 7-Eleven agrees Texas c-store deal with Strasburger|url=http://www.just-food.com/news/7-eleven-agrees-texas-c-store-deal-with-strasburger_id119466.aspx|work=just-food|publisher=Aroq Ltd|accessdate=10 November 2013|author=Dean Best|date=14 June 2012}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|title=US: Open Pantry deal latest 7-Eleven acquisition|url=http://www.just-food.com/news/open-pantry-deal-latest-7-eleven-acquisition_id119572.aspx|work=just-food|publisher=Aroq Ltd|accessdate=10 November 2013|author=Dean Best|date=26 June 2012}}</ref>

In August 2012, 7-Eleven entered into an agreement with TETCO, Inc. to purchase all Tetco's stores that are company-operated in Utah and the Dallas-Fort Worth, Austin, and San Antonio areas. TETCO stores were remodeled and rebranded as 7-Eleven outlets following the closure of the transaction in November. The agreement marked 7-Eleven's first return to San Antonio since 1989.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.kzep.com/cc-common/mainheadlines3.html?feed=119078&article=10343229 |title=URGENT: 7-Eleven Buying TETCO Retail, Wholesale Operations |deadurl=no |accessdate=14 August 2012}}</ref> Some TETCO stores in the Austin, TX area were either converted to 7-Eleven along with the C.L. Thomas properties acquired whilst a few have had the TETCO signage removed - one TETCO location in Round Rock, TX adjacent to a 7-Eleven became part of CEFCO Convenience Stores. Some former TETCO-branded locations acquired by 7-Eleven which were sold off in June 2014 (which totaled 75) which the acquired facilities did not meet the 7-Eleven business model were acquired by Houston, TX based Panjwani Energy LLC, which operates its retail convenience stores under the Star Stop brand. As of May 2014, 7-Eleven has been using the TETCO brand name with the Speedy Stops purchased from C.L. Thomas in cities which do not have 7-Eleven franchises - these rebadged Speedy Stops carrying TETCO signage has 7-Eleven merchandise except for the private label products - one of the stores located in Sugar Land has been selling Big Gulps and Slurpees while the other TETCO-branded locations do not.<ref>{{cite web|title=No Slurpees available yet, but 7-Elevens return to area|url=http://www.houstonchronicle.com/business/retail/article/No-Slurpees-available-yet-but-7-Elevens-return-5173209.php|publisher=Houston Chronicle|accessdate=25 January 2014|author=Carol Christian|date=25 January 2014}}</ref>

7-Eleven celebrates its birthday in the US and Canada every year on July 11. Free samples are given out in {{convert|7.11|U.S.oz}} cups and patrons can choose any of the Slurpee flavors.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.reddit.com/r/todayilearned/comments/wduzf/til_that_711_gives_out_free_slurpees_every_july/ |title=TIL that 7/11 gives out free Slurpees every July 11th to celebrate its birthday |deadurl=no |accessdate=11 July 2012}}</ref>

In June 2013, 15 stores were raided, most of which were in the Suffolk County, Long Island area. The raid was based on the employment of undocumented Pakistani immigrants who were smuggled in, given fake Social Security numbers stolen from children or the deceased, and were forced to work up to 100 hours at lower-than-minimum wages. Following the raid, 7-Eleven issued the following statement: "7-Eleven, Inc. will take aggressive actions to audit the employment status of all its franchisees’ employees."<ref>{{cite web|title=Feds Raid 7-Eleven Stores for Running "Modern Day Plantation System"|url=http://www.jdjournal.com/2013/06/18/feds-raid-7-eleven-stores-for-running-modern-day-plantation-system/#|work=JD Journal|publisher=JD Journal|accessdate=10 November 2013|author=Daniel June|date=18 June 2013}}</ref>


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=====Fuel===== =====Fuel=====
In the United States, many 7-Eleven locations used to have filling stations with gasoline distributed by ], which in 1983 was purchased by Southland Corporation (50% of Citgo was subsequently sold in 1986 to ], with the remaining 50% acquired in 1990). Although Citgo was the predominant partner of 7-Eleven, other oil companies are also co-branded with 7-Eleven, including ], ], ], ], ], ], ], ] (some former TETCO convenience stores were co-branded with Chevron, Valero and Texaco prior to the 7-Eleven purchase in late 2012), and ]. Alon USA is the largest 7-Eleven licensee in ].{{citation needed|date=November 2013}} In the United States, many 7-Eleven locations previously had filling stations with gasoline distributed by ], which in 1983CE was purchased by Southland Corporation (50% of Citgo was subsequently sold in 1986 to ], with the remaining 50% acquired in 1990CE). Although Citgo was the predominant partner of 7-Eleven, other oil companies are also co-branded with 7-Eleven, including ], ], ], ], ], ], ], ] (some former TETCO convenience stores were co-branded with Chevron, Valero and Texaco prior to the 7-Eleven purchase in late 2012CE), and ]. Alon USA is the largest 7-Eleven licensee in ].{{citation needed|date=November 2013}}

On September 27, 2006, 7-Eleven announced the impending cessation of its 20-year contract with Citgo and that the contract would not be renewed. 7-Eleven Spokeswoman Margaret Chabris said: "Regardless of politics, we sympathize with many Americans' concern over derogatory comments about our country and its leadership recently made by ]'s president ]. Certainly Chávez's position and statements over the past year or so didn't tempt us to stay with Citgo." Later she said that "People are making it out to be more than it is."<ref>, ''International Business Times'', September 27, 2006.</ref> Citgo's Chief Executive Felix Rodriguez responded with a correction the following day, accusing 7-Eleven of exploiting the situation to score political points against Chavez, and pointed out that Citgo's decision to terminate the contract with 7-Eleven had been made in July, for practical and economic reasons: " a manipulation because ever since the month of July have we announced that we did not intend to renew a contract with 7-Eleven, which was 20 years old and that was part of a bad business deal for Venezuela."<ref>, Venezuelanalysis.com, September 28, 2006.</ref> A statement found on Citgo's homepage stated: "The 7-Eleven contract did not fit within CITGO's strategy to balance sales with refinery production after the sale of its interest in a Houston area refinery."<ref>{{cite news|title=Citgo Will Go, Says 7-Eleven|url=http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2006/09/27/AR2006092700995.html|accessdate=10 November 2013|newspaper=The Washington Post|date=28 September 2009|author=Steven Mufson}}</ref>


On September 27, 2006CE, 7-Eleven announced the impending cessation of its 20-year contract with Citgo and that the contract would not be renewed.
⚫ 7-Eleven signed an agreement with ]'s retail interests in December 2010 for the acquisition of 183 sites in ], This was followed by the acquisition of 51 ExxonMobil sites in North Texas in August 2011.<ref>{{cite web|title=7-Eleven Buys 183 ExxonMobil Locations in Florida|url=http://www.csdecisions.com/2010/12/09/7-eleven-buys-183-exxonmobil-locations-in-florida/|work=Convenience Store Decisions|publisher=Harbor Communications|accessdate=10 November 2013|date=9 December 2010}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|title=7-Eleven® Signs Agreement with ExxonMobil To Acquire 51 North Texas Locations Retailer Continues Accelerated Store Growth|url=http://corp.7-eleven.com/Newsroom/2011NewsReleases/7ElevenSignsAgreementwithExxonMobil/tabid/493/Default.aspx|work=7-Eleven News Room|publisher=7-Eleven, Inc|accessdate=10 November 2013|date=16 August 2011}}</ref>


⚫ 7-Eleven signed an agreement with ] in December 2010CE for the acquisition of 183 sites in ], This was followed by the acquisition of 51 ExxonMobil sites in North Texas in August 2011.<ref>{{cite web|title=7-Eleven Buys 183 ExxonMobil Locations in Florida|url=http://www.csdecisions.com/2010/12/09/7-eleven-buys-183-exxonmobil-locations-in-florida/|work=Convenience Store Decisions|publisher=Harbor Communications|accessdate=10 November 2013|date=9 December 2010}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|title=7-Eleven® Signs Agreement with ExxonMobil To Acquire 51 North Texas Locations Retailer Continues Accelerated Store Growth|url=http://corp.7-eleven.com/Newsroom/2011NewsReleases/7ElevenSignsAgreementwithExxonMobil/tabid/493/Default.aspx|work=7-Eleven News Room|publisher=7-Eleven, Inc|accessdate=10 November 2013|date=16 August 2011}}</ref>
==Rankings==
7-Eleven has been consistently ranked in Entrepreneur's Franchise 500,<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.entrepreneur.com/franchise500/index.html#,-3.html |title=2014 Franchise 500 Rankings |publisher=Entrepreneur.com |accessdate=April 9, 2014| deadurl= no}}</ref> ranked 6th in 2014 (falling two spots from 2013). In addition, they were ranked No.2 in Entrepreneur's 2014 Fastest-Growing Franchises.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.entrepreneur.com/franchises/fastestgrowing/index.html,-2.html |title=2014 Fastest-Growing Franchises Rankings |publisher=Entrepreneur.com |accessdate=April 9, 2014}}</ref> In 2008, 7-Eleven was named the number one franchise by Entrepreneur, beating out ], which had held the number one spot for 15 years.<ref>{{cite web|last=Torres |first=Nichole L. |url=http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/22684708/ |title=Gulp! 7-Eleven unseats Subway as top franchise - Small business |publisher=MSNBC |date=January 18, 2008 |accessdate=August 8, 2010}}</ref>


==In popular culture== ==In popular culture==
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* 7-Eleven is used in the 2013 movie '']'' * 7-Eleven is used in the 2013 movie '']''
* In the ] trilogy, a man asks ] where he "learned to shoot like that", Marty tells the man that he learned to shoot whilst playing a '']'' shooting game at 7-Eleven. * In the ] trilogy, a man asks ] where he "learned to shoot like that", Marty tells the man that he learned to shoot whilst playing a '']'' shooting game at 7-Eleven.
* 7-Eleven is mentioned in the ] song ] from their 1993 album ]. * 7-Eleven is mentioned in the ] song ] from their 1993CE album ].
* 7-Eleven is parodied in the games Rebuild, Rebuild 2, and Rebuild: Gangs of Deadsville as 8-Twelve Mart. They don't serve much purpose in the game besides to get food and supplies if any are in the store. However, they can be rebuilt to be something more useful such as an apartment, a bar, or a school. * 7-Eleven is parodied in the games Rebuild, Rebuild 2, and Rebuild: Gangs of Deadsville as 8-Twelve Mart. They don't serve much purpose in the game besides to get food and supplies if any are in the store. However, they can be rebuilt to be something more useful such as an apartment, a bar, or a school.
* 7-Eleven is mentioned in the ] song "C.U.S.T" from their 1995 album ]. * 7-Eleven is mentioned in the ] song "C.U.S.T" from their 1995 album ].

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7-Eleven, Inc.
Company typeSubsidiary
IndustryRetail (convenience stores)
Founded1927 (1927)
HeadquartersDallas, Texas
Number of locations53,000
Key peopleJoseph DePinto, CEO
ProductsSlurpee beverage
Big Gulp beverage Cup
Other products include: coffee, sandwiches, prepared foods, gasoline, dairy products, various beverages
RevenueIncrease$84.8 billion (Estimated) (2009)
Number of employees45,000 (2010 NA)
ParentSeven & I Holdings Co. Ltd.
Website7-eleven.com
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7-Eleven or 7-11 is an international chain of convenience stores and primarily operates using the franchise model.

7-Eleven Inc. is headquartered in Dallas, Texas, whilst it's globally operating parent company, Seven-Eleven Japan Co. Ltd. is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. In turn, the holding company of Seven-Eleven Japan is Seven & I Holdings Co. Ltd.

Etymology

The company's first outlets were known as "Tote'm Stores", since customers "toted" away their purchases, with some featuring genuine Alaskan totem poles in front. In 1946, the name Tote'm was changed to 7-Eleven to reflect the stores' new, extended hours (7 am until 11 pm, seven days a week). The company's corporate name was changed from "The Southland Corporation" to 7-Eleven, Inc. in 1999CE.

History

A variation of the 7-Eleven logo with a lighter shade of green.

The company originated in 1927CE in Dallas, Texas, whereupon Southland Ice Company employee John Jefferson Green, commenced selling milk, eggs and bread from an improvised storefront in a company ice houses. Although small grocery stores and general merchandisers were present in the immediate area, Joe C. Thompson Sr., the manager of the ice plant, deliberated that selling convenience items such as bread and milk was popular due to the preservation of items through ice. This significantly reduced the need to travel long distances to the grocery stores for basic items. Thompson eventually bought the Southland Ice Company and turned it into Southland Corporation, which oversaw several locations which opened in the Dallas area.

In 1928CE a manager procured a totem pole from Alaska and placed it in front of his store. Due to postive effect on overall attention to the store generated by the totem pole, additional totem poles were placed at each of the store locations and all of the stores began operating under the name "Tote'm Stores". In that same year, many locations also began selling gasoline. Although the Great Depression caused the company to declare bankruptcy in 1931CE it still managed to continue operations.

In 1946CE, in an effort to continue the company's post war recovery, the name of the stores was changed to 7-Eleven to reflect their new hours of operation, which at the time was considered unprecedented. By 1952CE, 7-Eleven opened it's 100th store. It was incorporated as Southland Corporation in 1961CE. In 1962CE, 7-Eleven first experimented with a 24-hour schedule in Austin, Texas after an Austin store remained open all night to satisfy customer demand. By 1963CE, 24-hour stores were established in Fort Worth and Dallas, Texas as well as Las Vegas, Nevada.

In the late 1980s period The Southland Corporation was threatened by a corporate takeover, prompting the Thompson family to take steps to convert the company to a private model by buying out public shareholders in a tender offer. In 1987CE, John Philp Thompson, the Chairman and CEO of 7-Eleven, completed a $5.2 billion management buyout of the company. The buyout suffered from the effects of the 1987 stock market crash and after failing initially to raise high yield debt financing, the company was required to offer a portion of stock as an inducement to invest in the company's bonds.

Operating in this period with exceptionally high interest costs, the company, now private, encountered financial difficulties with the high debt load, and as part of the re-structuring sold various divisions such as the ice division and Chief Auto Parts, in 1990CE to General Electric and later purchased by AutoZone. In 1998CE, the company was rescued from bankruptcy by the Japanese corporation Ito-Yokado. This downsizing also resulted in numerous metropolitan areas losing 7-Eleven stores to rival convenience store operators.

The Japanese company gained a controlling share of 7-Eleven in 1991CE, during the Japanese asset bubble of the early 1990s. Ito-Yokado formed Seven & I Holdings Co. and 7-Eleven became its subsidiary in 2005CE. In 2007CE, Seven & I Holdings announced that it would be expanding their American operations, with an additional 1,000 7-Eleven stores in the United States. Seven & I was the fifth largest retailer in the world in 2013CE, with 35,000 stores in approximately 100 countries.

Other products

7-Eleven operates several brands of food and concepts, including Movie Quik, an in-store video-rental service; Citgo, a gas brand discontinued in 2006CE and White Hen stores.

Since 2005CE, the company has also offered a prepaid phone service whereby a cellphone can be purchased directly from a 7-Eleven store in the U.S. or Canada and activated on the spot.

Global

7-Eleven stores worldwide.

Asia-Pacific

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Australia

The first 7-Eleven in Australia opened on August 24, 1977CE in the Melbourne suburb of Oakleigh. The majority of stores are in metropolitan areas, particularly in central business district areas. Stores in suburban areas often operate as petrol stations. Stores are owned and operated as franchises, with a central administration.

7-Eleven stores in Australia sell a range of items, including daily newspapers, drinks, confectionery, and snack foods. 7-Eleven stores sell gift cards, including three types of prepaid VISA cards and the chain has partnered with BankWest, resulting in the placement of BankWest ATMs in their stores nationwide.

On November 7 each year, one small cup of Slurpee is given free of charge to each customer as a promotion for the annual event, Seven Eleven Day. November is the 11th month which makes it "7/11" in accordance with the American date format.

In April 2014CE, 7-Eleven revealed plans to start operating stores in Western Australia, with 11 stores planned within the first year, and a total of 75 stores established within five years. The first store was expected to open on October 30, 2014CE, in the city of Fremantle.

China

7-Eleven in Yuexiu District, Guangzhou

7-Eleven opened its first store in China's Guangdong Province in 1992CE, and later expanded to Beijing in 2004CE, Chengdu and Shanghai in 2011CE, Qingdao in 2012CE, and Chongqing in 2013CE. In Chinese 7-Eleven stores where Slurpees are offered, the Chinese name 思乐冰 (sīlèbīng) is used. They also offer a wide array of warm food, including traditional items like steamed buns, and stores in Chengdu offer a full variety of onigiri (饭团). Beverages, alcohol, candy, periodicals, and other convenience items are also available. The majority of stores are open for 24 hours a day.

Hong Kong

7-Eleven in Shek Tong Tsui, Hong Kong

7-Eleven has operated in Hong Kong since 1981CE under the ownership of Dairy Farm. With most locations being in urbanized areas, approximately 40 percent are franchised stores. In September 2004CE, Dairy Farm acquired Daily Stop, a convenience-store chain located mainly in the territory's MTR stations, and converted them to 7-Eleven stores. As of 2009, Hong Kong has 950 7-Eleven stores, and has the second-highest density of 7-Eleven stores after Macau, with one outlet per 1.16 square kilometres (0.45 sq mi).

Indonesia

In April 1991CE, 7-Eleven announced plans to expand its business in Indonesia through a master franchise agreement with Modern Putra Indonesia. Modern Putra Indonesia's initial plans are to focus on opening stores in Jakarta, targeting densely populated commercial and business areas. Other major cities, such as Bandung, Semarang, and Surabaya have been identified as expansion opportunities. There are 128 7-Eleven stores in Indonesia as of 2013.

The Indonesian government stated in May 2010CE that they will monitor 7-Eleven expansion, as 7-Eleven is licensed as a convenience store instead of a mini-market. Indonesian law limits mini-market ownership to local companies.

Japan

Japan's first 7-Eleven store in Kōtō, Tokyo opened in May 1974.

Japan has more 7-Eleven locations than anywhere else in the world, where they often bear the title of its current holding company "Seven & I Holdings". Of the 50,254 stores around the globe, 15,852 stores (30 percent of global stores) are located in Japan, with 2,079 stores in Tokyo alone. On September 1, 2005, Seven & I Holdings Co., Ltd., a new holding company, became the parent company of 7-Eleven, Ito Yokado, and Denny's Japan.

The aesthetics of the store are somewhat different from that of 7-Eleven stores in other countries as the stores offer a wider selection of products and services. Following the example of other convenience stores in Japan, 7-Eleven has solar panels and LEDs installed on about 1,400 of its stores.

Malaysia

A 7-Eleven store in George Town, Malaysia.

Malaysian 7-Eleven stores are owned by 7-Eleven Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. which now operates 1,472 stores nationwide (as of October 2013CE). 7-Eleven in Malaysia was incorporated on June 4, 1984CE by the Berjaya Group Berhad. The first 7-Eleven store in Malaysia was opened in October 1984CE, in Jalan Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur.

Macau

7-Eleven entered the Macau market in 2005CE under the ownership of Dairy Farm, the same conglomeration group operating Hong Kong's 7-Eleven. With only 25.9 square kilometres, Macau has 45 stores, making it a single market that has the highest density of 7-Eleven stores, with one store per 0.65 kilometres.

Philippines

7-Eleven in Angeles City, Philippines.

In the Philippines, 7-Eleven is run by the Philippine Seven Corporation (PSC). Its first store, located in Quezon City, opened in 1984CE. In 2000CE, President Chain Store Corporation (PCSC) of Taiwan, also a licensee of 7-Eleven, purchased the majority shares of PSC and thus formed a strategic alliance for the convenience store industry within the area.

Singapore

A 7-Eleven outlet in Singapore.

In Singapore, 7-Eleven forms the largest chain of convenience stores island-wide. There are at present 560 7-Eleven stores scattered throughout the country. Stores in Singapore are operated by Dairy Farm International Holdings, franchised under a licensing agreement with 7-Eleven Incorporated, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, in the United States.

The first 7-Eleven stores were opened in 1983CE with a franchise license under the Jardine Matheson Group. The license was then acquired by Cold Storage Singapore, a subsidiary of the Dairy Farm Group, in 1989CE.

7-Eleven stores in Singapore operate all day, excepting stores in Biopolis, hospitals, MRT Stations, some shopping centres, Raffles Institution (Junior College), ITE College West, Singapore Polytechnic, Republic Polytechnic, and Nanyang Technological University, which have shorter operating hours.

South Korea

7-Eleven store at Godeok Station in Seoul

7-Eleven has a major presence in the South Korean convenience store market where it competes with Ministop, GS25 (formerly LG25), FamilyMart, and independent competitors. There are 7,064 7-Eleven stores in South Korea, with only Japan, the United States, and Thailand hosting more stores. The first 7-Eleven store in South Korea opened in 1989CE in Songpa-gu in Seoul with a franchise license under the Lotte Group. In January 2010CE Lotte Group acquired the Buy the Way convenience store chain and rebranded its 1,000 stores under the 7-Eleven brand.

Taiwan

Two 7-Eleven stores at the same intersection in Xindian District, New Taipei City, Taiwan.

In Taiwan, 7-Eleven is the largest convenience store chain and is owned by President Chain Store Corporation under Uni-President Enterprises Corporation. The first store opened in 1979CE and the 5,000th store was opened in July 2014CE. Taiwan has the world's fifth-largest number of 7-Eleven convenience stores after Japan, the United States, Thailand and South Korea.

Thailand

The first store opened in 1989CE on Patpong Road, Bangkok. The franchise in Thailand is the CP ALL Public Company Limited, which in turn grants franchises to operators. There are 7,816 7-Eleven stores in Thailand as of 2013, with approximately 50% located in Bangkok. Thailand has the 3rd largest number of 7-Eleven stores after Japan and the United States.

The company plans spending 5 billion baht to expand its business. 2 billion will be used to open 500 new outlets, one billion to renovate existing stores, and the rest to develop a new distribution centre in the East.

Middle East

United Arab Emirates

Seven & I Holdings announced in June 2014CE that they had agreed a contract with Seven Emirates Investment LLC to open the first Middle Eastern 7-Eleven in Dubai, United Arab Emirates during the summer of 2015CE. The company also said that they had plans to open about 100 stores in the country by the end of 2017.

Europe

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The first European 7-Eleven store was opened in Stockholm, Sweden in 1978CE. 7-Eleven was available in Spain until 2000CE with many stores inside Repsol petrol stations, as well as some other petrol-stations across the country. 7-Eleven stores are now solely located in the Scandinavian region of Europe.

The owner of the master franchise for 7Eleven in Scandinavia is Reitan Servicehandel, an arm of the Norwegian retail group, Reitan Group. After Reitangruppen bought the filling station chain, HydroTexaco (now YX Energy), in Norway and Sweden in 2006CE it announced that several of the stores at the petrol stations would be rebranded as 7-Elevens and that the petrol would be supplied by Shell. Other stores remain under the YX brand.

Denmark

7-Eleven in Strøget, Copenhagen

The first 7-Eleven store in Denmark was opened at Østerbro in Copenhagen on September 14, 1993CE. There are currently 196 stores, mostly in Copenhagen, Aarhus, Aalborg, and Odense, including 8 stores at Copenhagen Central Station. In Denmark, 7-Eleven has an agreement with Shell, with a nationwide network of Shell/7-Eleven service stations, and an agreement with DSB to have 7-Eleven stores at most S-train stations.

Norway

7-Eleven in Bergen, Norway

The first 7-Eleven store in Norway was opened at Grünerløkka in Oslo on September 13, 1986CE. As of January 2012CE, there are 162 7-Eleven stores in Norway, more than 50% located in Oslo. Norway has the northernmost 7-Eleven in the world, situated in Tromsø. On a per-capita basis, Norway has one 7–Eleven store for every 47,000 Norwegians, compared to Canada, which has one for every 74,000 Canadians.

Sweden

7-Eleven at Mårtenstorget in Lund, Sweden

Reitan Servicehandel Sverige has held the license in Sweden since December 1997CE. In the mid-1990s period, 7-Eleven in Sweden received adverse publicity due to the unfavourable labour contracts offered by its then-licensee, Small Shops, an American-based company, resulting in many stores being sold and closed down. For a time there were only 7-Elevens in Stockholm and Gothenburg.

7-Eleven returned to the south of Sweden in 2001CE, when a convenience store opened in Lund. Later, in the 2000s, the Swedish 7-Eleven chain was involved in controversy when the Swedish TV channel TV3 exposed widespread fraud on the part of Reitan Servicehandel in its management of the 7-Eleven franchise, which Reitan Servicehandel eventually admitted to on its website.

North America

Canada

A 7-Eleven Store with gas station in Woodstock, Ontario, Canada

The first 7-Eleven store to open in Canada was in Calgary, Alberta on June 29, 1969CE. There are 484 7-Eleven stores in Canada as of 2013. Winnipeg, Manitoba has the world's largest number of Slurpee consumers, with an estimated 1,500,000 slurpees sold since the first 7-Eleven opened on March 21, 1970. All 7-Eleven locations in Canada are corporate operated.

A limited number of 7-Eleven locations feature gas stations from Shell Canada, Petro-Canada, or Esso. In November 2005CE, 7-Eleven started offering the Speak Out Wireless cellphone service in Canada. 7-Eleven locations also featured CIBC ATMs—in June 2012CE, these machines were replaced with ATMs operated by Scotiabank. 7-Eleven abandoned the Ottawa, Ontario market in December 2009CE after selling all of the six outlets to Quickie Convenience Stores, a regional chain. Following concerns over the fate of Speak Out Wireless customers, Quickie offered to assume existing SpeakOut customers and phones into its Good2Go cellphone program. 7-Eleven is similarly absent from the Quebec market due to its saturation by chains like Alimentation Couche-Tard, Boni-soir as well as independent dépanneurs.

Mexico

In Mexico the first 7-Eleven store opened in 1971CE in Monterrey, Nuevo León in association with Grupo Chapa (now Iconn) and 7-Eleven, Inc. under the name Super 7. In 1995CE, Super 7 was renamed to 7-Eleven, which has 1,552 stores in several areas of the country. When stores are located within classically-designed buildings (such as in Centro Histórico buildings) or important landmarks, the storefront logo is displayed in monochrome with gold or silver lettering. The main competitors in Mexico are OXXO (Femsa), Super City (Soriana), Farmacias Guadalajara and other local competitors.

United States

A 7-Eleven store cobranded with Gulf Oil for gasoline sales in Ellwood City, Pennsylvania.

Supermarket News ranked 7-Eleven's North American operations No. 11 in the 2007 "Top 75 North American Food Retailers," based on 2006 fiscal year estimated sales of US$15.0 billion. Based on 2005 revenue, 7-Eleven is the twenty-fourth largest retailer in the United States. As of 2013, 8,144 7-Eleven franchised units exist across the United States. Franchise fees range between US$10,000 - $1,000,000 and the ongoing royalty rate varies. 7-Eleven America has its headquarters in the One Arts Plaza building in Downtown Dallas, Texas.

7-Eleven is moving toward franchising most of its remaining corporate locations inside the United States. The 7-Eleven franchise system splits the gross profits in an arrangement that is around 50/50, between the company and the individual franchisee. The initial 7-Eleven franchise term is 15 years. The franchise fee and other upfront fees collected by 7-Eleven from a newly approved franchisee, in addition to ongoing 50:50 sharing of profits, is not transferable to another incoming franchisee in the same store, for the unexpired portion, if any, of the current 15 year contract. For example, if one pays the full franchise fee for 15 years and leaves the store after one year for any reason, they stand to lose the franchise fee for the remaining 14 years of their term.

Sign on a 7-Eleven filling station pump
Fuel

In the United States, many 7-Eleven locations previously had filling stations with gasoline distributed by Citgo, which in 1983CE was purchased by Southland Corporation (50% of Citgo was subsequently sold in 1986 to Petróleos de Venezuela, S.A., with the remaining 50% acquired in 1990CE). Although Citgo was the predominant partner of 7-Eleven, other oil companies are also co-branded with 7-Eleven, including Fina, Exxon, Gulf, Marathon, BP, Sunoco, Shell, Chevron (some former TETCO convenience stores were co-branded with Chevron, Valero and Texaco prior to the 7-Eleven purchase in late 2012CE), and Pennzoil. Alon USA is the largest 7-Eleven licensee in North America.

On September 27, 2006CE, 7-Eleven announced the impending cessation of its 20-year contract with Citgo and that the contract would not be renewed.

7-Eleven signed an agreement with ExxonMobil in December 2010CE for the acquisition of 183 sites in Florida, This was followed by the acquisition of 51 ExxonMobil sites in North Texas in August 2011.

In popular culture

In a July 2007CE promotional event, 11 U.S. 7-Elevens were temporarily transformed into Kwik-E-Mart, like this Seattle, Washington store.
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