Tag Archive: FTC
WSWA Urges FTC To Clarify Position In Lawsuit Vs. SGWS
The Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America (WSWA) is calling for further clarification from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) regarding the department’s recent lawsuit against Southern Glazer’s over pricing practices. Continue reading →
Posted in News on January 8, 2025Report: FTC Considering Lawsuit Against Southern Glazer’s
The Federal Trade Commission is considering a lawsuit against Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits, according to reporting in Politico, with the government investigating whether the distribution giant used discriminatory price schemes when selling wine and spirits to retailers. Continue reading →
Posted in News on June 4, 2024FTC Sues To Block $25 Billion Kroger-Albertsons Merger
In case you missed yesterday’s news alert, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has sued to stop the proposed $25 billion merger of supermarket giants Kroger and Albertsons from proceeding, citing the potential of higher prices for consumers and lower wages for workers if the combination goes through. Continue reading →
Posted in News on February 27, 2024News Briefs for August 12, 2021
•The Federal Trade Commission is reportedly investigating Uber’s pending $1.1 billion acquisition of Drizly, announced in February, and Uber’s partnership with fast-rising e-commerce company Gopuff to examine whether the relationships could negatively impact competition in the delivery sector for beverage alcohol and convenience items. Continue reading →
Posted in News on August 12, 2021FTC Greenlights Gallo-Constellation Deal, Now Expected To Close Week Of January 4
The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has granted clearance for Constellation’s $1 billion sale of more than 30 lower-end wine brands to E.&J. Gallo, after a lengthy review. Continue reading →
Posted in News on December 27, 2020RNDC-Young’s Deal Approved By The FTC
The Federal Trade Commission has granted approval for Republic National Distributing Co. (RNDC) and Young’s Market Co. to move forward with their planned joint venture, originally announced last month. Continue reading →
Posted in News on July 18, 2019
