7-Eleven's India exit raises questions for Lawson's expansion plans

Nikkei Asia reports that 7-Eleven has left India despite Reliance's backing. Lawson plans to open five company-owned stores in Mumbai in 2027 and is eyeing 10,000 stores by 2050 through franchise and licensing agreements. Analysts cited by the outlet say quick-delivery services are changing urban shopping habits. Lawson plans to sell only private-label products at first to navigate foreign-investment restrictions.