27 May 2016
FamilyMart and Uny Group, the operator of Circle K and Sunkus, have agreed to merge, forming the second largest convenience store chain in Japan. The combined number of convenient stores will reach 18,000, getting closer to 7-Eleven's 18,600 stores.
The deal
FamilyMart will absorb six units of UNY Group Holdings and change its name to FamilyMart Uny Holdings, effective September 1st. Conven...