" He notes that "ATMs owned by 7-Elevens would not exist if not for the surcharge.

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The heaviest damage was in Sendai City, where about 100 Seven Elevens were damaged.

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Convenience stores, such as 7-Elevens, and supermarkets, are regulated by the state government and not subject to the measure.

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These personal transaction terminals will be tied into a delivery and payment system that promises to make 7-Elevens a depot for e-commerce.

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The city ban, however, does not include convenience stores, such as 7-Elevens, and supermarkets, both of which are regulated by the state government.

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The city rules, set to take effect on March 12, didn't include convenience stores, such as 7-Elevens, and supermarkets, both of which are regulated by the state government.

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If Couche-Tard keeps up the pace of acquisitions, says analyst Jessy Hayem of Desjardins Securities in Montreal, it can match--or beat--U.S. 7-Elevens in store count and revenues within five years.

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