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7-Eleven
AddedFeb 16, 2024
UpdatedJun 28, 2026
7-Eleven

7-Eleven

Public

7-11 Inc, a Japanese-owned international chain, offers a variety of convenience items from groceries to lottery tickets.

HQ
Irving, TX, US
Founded
1927
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Founded in 1927 by Joe C. Thompson as the Southland Ice Company, 7-Eleven Inc. is a Japanese-owned international chain of convenience stores headquartered in Irving, Texas. The company's core mission is to provide convenience and accessibility to everyday essentials, offering a wide range of products including groceries, cold drinks, snacks, tobacco items, and lottery tickets. With a market focus on quick-service retail, 7-Eleven operates over 84,500 locations globally, aiming to be the go-to destination for customers' immediate needs.

Notable figures affiliated with 7-Eleven include its founder Joe C. Thompson and the current ownership by Seven & I Holdings Co., a Japanese retail group. Key achievements of the company include pioneering the 24/7 store model and the introduction of iconic products like the Slurpee. 7-Eleven has significantly impacted the retail industry by setting standards for convenience and customer service, becoming a ubiquitous presence in daily life across multiple countries.

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7-Eleven - Quick Facts

Who are 7-Eleven's competitors?

Companies similar to 7-Eleven include Lawson, Circle K, Alimentation Couche-Tard and Wawa.

When was 7-Eleven founded?

7-Eleven was founded in 1927.

Where is 7-Eleven's headquarters located?

7-Eleven's headquarters is located in Irving, TX, US.

When was 7-Eleven's last funding round?

7-Eleven's most recent funding round was for $3M (USD) in July 2023.

How much has 7-Eleven raised to-date?

As of Jul 17, 2023, 7-Eleven has raised a total of $3M (USD).

How many employees does 7-Eleven have?

7-Eleven has 20,700 employees as of Feb 10, 2024.

7-Eleven - Classification

Ownership
  • Private
Geographic Exposure
  • Global
Revenue
  • Transactional
Customer
  • Consumers
Main Product
  • Convenience Stores
Tags
  • Retail
NAICS
  • 440000Retail Trade
  • 445000Food and Beverage Retailers
  • 445100Grocery and Convenience Retailers
  • 445130Convenience Retailers and Vending Machine Operators
  • 445131Convenience Retailers
SIC
  • 5400Food Stores
  • 5410Grocery Stores
  • 5411Grocery Stores
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NAICS
  • 457000Gasoline Stations and Fuel Dealers
  • 457100Gasoline Stations
  • 457120Other Gasoline Stations
  • 720000Accommodation and Food Services
  • 722000Food Services and Drinking Places
  • 722500Restaurants and Other Eating Places
  • 450000Retail Trade
SIC
  • 5490Miscellaneous Food Stores
  • 5500Automotive Dealers And Gasoline Service Stations
  • 5540Gasoline Service Stations
  • 5541Gasoline Service Stations
  • 5800Eating and drinking places
  • 5810Eating And Drinking Places
  • 5812Eating Places
  • 5900Miscellaneous Retail