Couche-Tard, Seven & I Solicit US Store Interest by March 31

Potential buyers for a package of US convenience stores from Seven & i Holdings Co. and Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc. have until the end of the month to express their interest and show they can overcome antitrust concerns, as the talks continue about a deal between the companies, according to people familiar with the matter.

Any initial expressions of interest — to be received by March 31 — will need to preserve competition in the US market, the people with knowledge of the discussions said. Some potential buyers are engaged in the process and have signed non-disclosure agreements.