Couche-Tard Removes Overhang, Opens Up Options With Scrapped 7-Eleven Deal
In the wake of the offer being withdrawn Wednesday, analysts expect a likely first move by Couche-Tard is a resumption of its share buyback program. The development also frees up management to turn more attention to its existing business which is facing some pressure from a weak consumer environment. Small-scale dealmaking that has served Couche-Tard well through its history is also likely in the cards.
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Download an Illustrative overview: Browse in-depth TOC on "EV Connector Market" 307 - Tables 83 - Figures 305 - Pages Battery management systems are expected to show significant growth during the forecast period As EV battery architectures shift to more integrated, structural formats, demand for precise and reliable connectors has become more pronounced. In January 2024, JAE supplied HVIL-compliant signal connectors for BYD's Blade Battery, meeting high vibration tolerance and enabling stable BMS-to-cell communication. Similarly, in March 2024, TE Connectivity launched AMP+ high-voltage connectors for compact BMS setups in cylindrical and prismatic cells, offering enhanced creepage, clearance, and EMI shielding. These connectors featured improved creepage and clearance characteristics along with integrated shielding to minimize EMI, ensuring robust signal and power transmission in high-vibration environments. Such developments highlight a growing emphasis on connector precision and reliability as essential enablers of high-performance and safety-centric battery management systems in next-generation EVs. Board-to-board connection is expected to hold the largest share during the forecast period Board-to-board connectors establish direct electrical connections between two printed circuit boards (PCBs) within the same electronic module. These connectors support vertical, horizontal, and mezzanine stacking and are critical in applications such as digital cockpit units, centralized computing systems, and battery control modules. Their key advantages include enabling modular design, minimizing signal loss, and supporting high-speed data transmission in software-defined vehicle architectures. In June 2024, ERNI introduced zero-insertion-force board-to-board connectors for modular stacked ECU applications such as ADAS, infotainment, zonal architectures, and autonomous driving controllers, supporting multi-row layouts and shielded designs. Asia Pacific is expected to be the leading market during the forecast period Asia Pacific leads the global EV connector market, driven by robust manufacturing capabilities, increased EV production, and rapid innovation in vehicle electronics. As of 2024, the region accounted for over 55% of global EV output, supported by key automakers such as BYD, SAIC, Geely, Toyota, Hyundai, and Tata Motors. This strong presence fuels consistent demand for a broad spectrum of connectors from high-voltage components used in batteries and traction inverters to compact signal connectors for infotainment, ADAS, and zonal control systems in software-defined vehicles (SDVs). In July 2024, Sumitomo Electric began developing fiber-optic connectors to enable high-speed data transfer in SDVs through zonal E/E architectures. Adding to the region's momentum, Hyundai Mobis expanded its EV components plant in Ulsan in June 2024 to scale production of integrated connector modules, reinforcing Asia Pacific's position as the strategic hub for next-generation EV connector development. Key Market EV Connector Industry: Prominent players in the EV Connector Companies include as TE Connectivity Ltd. (Ireland), Aptiv (Ireland), Yazaki Corporation (Japan), Molex (US), and Hirose Electric Co., Ltd. (Japan), among others. Get 10% Free Customization on this Report: This report provides insights on: Analysis of key drivers (OEMs' emphasis on electrification of mid-segment and luxury vehicles, Rapid integration of ADAS and safety systems, Consumer preference for seamless and interactive driving experience), restraints (Volatility in Raw Material Prices), opportunities (Scaling of autonomous driving technologies, Shift toward advanced electrical/electronic (E/E) architecture), and challenges (Material degradation due to mechanical wear and thermal stresses, Transition from conventional connector systems to modular platform designs) influencing the growth of the EV connector market Product Development/Innovation: Detailed insights on upcoming technologies, R&D activities, and product launches in the EV connector market Market Development: Comprehensive information about lucrative markets – the report analyses the EV connector market across various regions Market Diversification: Exhaustive information about new products, untapped geographies, recent developments, and investments in the EV connector market Competitive Assessment: In-depth assessment of market shares, growth strategies, and service offerings of leading players like TE Connectivity (Ireland), Aptiv (Ireland), Yazaki Corporation (Japan), Molex (US), and Hirose Electric Co., Ltd. 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