Couche-Tard clears EU subsidy hurdle for Żabka takeover

Alimentation Couche-Tard received FSR approval on October 9, 2026, for its tender offer to acquire Żabka Group at 32 PLN per share, targeting full ownership. This removes a key regulatory obstacle, though the deal still requires shareholder acceptance and other clearances. The approval signals progress in a major European retail consolidation, with implications for Polish market dynamics and Couche-Tard's expansion strategy.