7-Eleven, AAFES, Couche-Tard represent c-stores/gas on annual STORES list
Assumes ownership of all shares under Norwegian law
With 95% of shares acquired, ACT looks to next deals in U.S., Canada, Europe
Passes 90% shareholder acceptance threshold on Statoil
Becomes principal owner; may initiate compulsory acquisition of remaining shares
Also defines settlement dates
Large shareholder buys in, ups acceptance of bid for Statoil
Stands firm on its "best and final" offer for European gasoline retailer
Waiving all conditions tied to Statoil offer, extending acceptance period
With major-oil selloffs complete, new phase of M&A to begin
"Time is becoming of essence" as it pushes share deadline out to June 8
DVD rental kiosks coming to "hundreds" of stores nationwide
"Disappointing" shareholder response leads analyst to suggest deal could fall through
Waives approvals, consents from governmental authorities
Acquisition will form base for further European expansion