7-Eleven, the Texas-based convenience store chain, has marked a significant milestone by reaching 50 stores in India. According to a company official’s social media post on Thursday, the latest outlet opened in Pune at the World Trade Center in Kharadi.
“50 is not just a number, it’s a milestone for the brand 7-Eleven India as we opened doors to our 50th store today at World Trade Center in Kharadi, Pune,” said Hardeep Singh, chief executive officer of 7-Eleven India in a LinkedIn post.
“The team’s laser sharp focus and hardwork has ensured we are able to achieve our business goal of rapid expansion. As our footprint grows, our commitment to delight every customer stays at the center of what we do,” Singh added.
7-Eleven offers a one-stop convenience to customers who are always on the go, providing instant solutions through ready-to-eat food, beverages, and daily essentials.
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Established as a storefront icehouse in Dallas, Texas in 1927, the Japanese-owned brand now runs over 84,000 convenience stores spanning across more than 20 countries worldwide. Nearly a third of its revenue stems from Asian markets.
According to the brand’s official website, the store chain is currently under complete ownership of Japan-based Seven and I Holdings Co. Ltd.
In India, Reliance Retail oversees the operations of 7-Eleven. The brand made its debut in the country with the opening of its first store in Mumbai in 2021. Prior to this, 7-Eleven had struck a deal with Kishore Biyani’s Future Group to enter the Indian market, but the agreement was terminated mutually by the two groups in 2021.
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