Japan’s Seven & i Holdings has ended discussions about a potential investment in Poland’s Zabka Group SA, according to multiple reports. The company stops the talks after it said it could not reach an agreement that would be in “the best interests” of Seven & i and its shareholders. While the proposed deal with Zabka does not progress, Seven & i says it continues to look for expansion opportunities outside Japan. The reports describe Zabka as Poland’s largest convenience store operator, making the failed talks notable for the possibility of a cross-border investment in the European retail convenience market. Beyond the Poland discussions, Seven & i remains focused on pursuing growth internationally, though no details are provided in the sources about alternative targets, timelines, or the size or structure of any prospective deals. The company’s statement frames the decision as one of outcome and alignment with shareholder interests, rather than citing specific regulatory issues or disclosed pricing terms.