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FTC 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, 2024

Kroger, Albertsons Execs Make Case For Merger, As FTC Continues Its Review

Executives at Kroger and Albertsons, the two largest supermarket chains in the U.S., are campaigning to bring the companies’ proposed $25 billion merger over the finish line, as the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) continues to evaluate the deal for competition concerns. Continue reading →

Posted in News on August 18, 2023

Market Watch’s 2022 Retailer Of The Year

In recent days, supermarket giant Kroger agreed to acquire its rival, Albertsons, for close to $25 billion, in a deal creating a company with more than 5,000 stores. Continue reading →

Posted in News on October 21, 2022

Kroger Acquiring Albertsons For $25 Billion

In case you missed the news alert, the tie-up between grocery giants Kroger and Albertsons began to trickle out yesterday as the companies drew closer to a deal. Continue reading →

Posted in News on October 14, 2022

News Alert: Kroger And Albertsons Reportedly In Advanced Merger Talks

Supermarket giants Kroger and Albertsons are in advanced talks toward a potential merger, according to reports from Bloomberg and CNBC. Continue reading →

Posted in News on October 13, 2022

The 46th Annual Impact Marketing Seminar: Industry’s Leading Executives Gather In New York

M. Shanken Communications, Inc., New York, held the 46th Annual Impact Marketing Seminar yesterday, bringing together top executives from across the beverage alcohol business. Continue reading →

Posted in News on September 29, 2022

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