7-Eleven will return to the Bayou City after the Irving-based company purchases 1,108 stores nationwide from rival Sunoco, reports the Houston Business Journal.
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According to its website, Sunoco operates 17 stores in the greater Houston area. It's not yet clear if all of those stores are included in the sale to 7-Eleven.
"This acquisition supports our growth strategy in key geographic areas including Florida, mid-Atlantic states, northeast states, and central Texas," Joe DePinto, president and CEO of 7-Eleven Inc., said in a statement. "It also provides 7-Eleven entry into Houston, the 4th largest city in the United States, and a strong presence in Corpus Christi and across south Texas."
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The announcement comes after Sunoco announced its intention to leave the retail business to focus on its fuel business.
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