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Outcome of Kroger's next legal step on blocked Albertsons acquisition by December 31, 2025?
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Appeal successfully overturns the decision • 25%
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Federal Judge Blocks Kroger's $24.6 Billion Acquisition of Albertsons Over Competition Concerns
Dec 10, 2024, 08:26 PM
A federal judge has blocked Kroger Co.'s proposed $24.6 billion acquisition of Albertsons Cos., citing concerns that the merger would reduce competition in the U.S. grocery market. This decision comes after a state judge in Washington was slated to rule on the antitrust case, highlighting the regulatory scrutiny the merger has faced. The ruling marks a significant setback for the deal, which aimed to create one of the largest supermarket chains in the country.
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