Japan's Itochu to discuss alliance with 7-Eleven banking unit
SHOTARO TANI
August 18, 2025 14:31 JST
TOKYO -- Japanese trading house Itochu will begin discussions with the banking unit of the 7-Eleven convenience store chain on a capital and business alliance, as it looks to increase its consumer financial service offerings.
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