Seven & i Holdings plans to close 645 7-Eleven stores in the U.S. as the chain pivots toward a food-focused business model.

Seven & i Holdings, the parent company of 7-Eleven, announced a major restructuring plan to close 645 U.S. locations by the end of fiscal year 2026. The company aims to streamline its footprint by permanently shutting 200 underperforming stores, converting 350 sites into wholesale fuel locations, and closing 95 additional sites due to contractual reasons or franchise terminations. The administration of the brand is shifting its strategy to prioritize high-quality food and beverages over traditional convenience items. To support this transformation, the company plans to remodel more than 7,000 North American locations by 2030. These upgrades include larger kitchen spaces and improved dining options, with the goal of generating $1 billion in incremental fresh food sales. While the chain is reducing its total store count, it remains committed to growth through selective expansion. Seven & i Holdings plans to open 205 new stores this year and convert 390 company-owned locations into franchises to reach an 80% franchise ratio by 2030.

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• 7-Eleven details plans to close 645 stores — Fox Business
• 7-Eleven outlines store closure strategy as North America overhaul gains traction — C-Store Dive
• 7-Eleven is closing hundreds of locations in 2026 — and there’s a surprising reason why — New York Post
• That 7-Eleven near you could look very different soon — here's the plan — Lehighvalleylive.com
• 99-year-old convenience store chain closing 645 stores — Yahoo Finance