From Japan’s Konbini Culture to America’s Convenience Crisis: 7-Eleven’s Next Move | Reimagining Retail

On today’s podcast episode, we discuss why 7-Eleven is opening more stores even as foot traffic falls, explore its next engine of growth, and consider some bold moves that could help future-proof the convenience store giant. Listen to the discussion with Vice President of Content and host Suzy Davidkhanian, Senior Analyst Blake Droesch, and Principal Analyst Sarah Marzano.   To learn more about our research and get access to PRO+, go to EMARKETER.com   Follow us on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/emarketer/   For sponsorship opportunities contact us: [email protected]   For more information visit: https://www.emarketer.com/advertise/   Have questions or just want to say hi? Drop us a line at [email protected]    For a transcript of this episode click here: https://www.emarketer.com/content/podcast-japan-s-konbini-culture-america-s-convenience-crisis-7-eleven-s-next-move-reimagining-retail   © 2025 EMARKETER   Nielsen is a global leader in audience measurement, data and analytics. Through our understanding of people and their behaviors across all channels and platforms, we empower our clients with independent and actionable intelligence so they can connect and engage with their global audiences—now and into the future. Learn more at www.nielsen.com