Kroger, Albertsons prepare to make final federal court argument for their merger
The Federal Trade Commission argues the deal would eliminate competition and lead to higher food prices for already struggling customers.
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CEOs of Albertsons, Kroger say shoppers would see lower prices after merger
The Federal Trade Commission contends the $24.6 billion deal would eliminate competition and lead to higher food prices for already struggling customers.
Boar’s Head plant linked to deadly outbreak broke food safety rules dozens of times, records show
The plant has been linked to the deaths of at least nine people and hospitalizations of about 50 others in 18 states, including Indiana.
Kroger, Albertsons defend merger plan in federal court against regulators
The two companies proposed what would be the largest supermarket merger in U.S. history in October 2022. But the Federal Trade Commission sued to prevent the $24.6 billion deal, alleging it would eliminate competition and raise grocery prices.
Kroger sues to halt FTC proceeding meant to block Albertsons merger
Legal experts characterize the move as an extraordinary attempt to interrupt the FTC’s enforcement powers, as it relies on a recent Supreme Court decision that limited a separate federal agency’s use of in-house legal proceedings.
North of 96th roundup: Wally’s to break ground on expanded store in Whitestown
Multiple retailers, restaurants and other businesses recently opened, closed or began planning new locations in the north suburbs of Indianapolis.
Boar’s Head expands recall to include 7M more pounds of deli meats
The recalls are tied to an ongoing outbreak of listeria poisoning that has killed two people and sickened nearly three dozen in 13 states, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Recall of Boar’s Head deli meats announced during investigation of listeria outbreak
In central Indiana, Boar’s Head products are sold at Kroger, Needler’s Fresh Market and Fresh Thyme.
New Market District grocery store set to open in Westfield
Market District, operated by Giant Eagle, will offer a grab-and-go prepared food section, bakery, deli counter with meats, cheeses and charcuterie, and event catering.
Meijer plans to build 75,000-square-foot grocery store on east side of Fishers
Plans submitted to the city call for a medium-format Meijer Grocery and a gas station to be constructed on the north side of the roundabout at Cyntheanne Road and Southeastern Parkway.
Niemann Harvest Market grocery set to open in Carmel
The farm-to-market-style grocery plans to open its first Indiana store next week.
Kroger, Albertsons—still hoping to merge—agree to sell more stores to satisfy regulators
It’s unclear if the new plan will satisfy regulators. In February, the U.S. Federal Trade Commission sued to block the $24.6 billion merger between the grocery giants.
Big grocery stores profited from pandemic more than smaller rivals, FTC says
The report, which collected information confidentially from retail giants Amazon.com Inc. and Walmart Inc. as well as chains like Kroger Co., concluded the largest grocery stores gained a competitive advantage over small competitors.
Discount grocers smell opportunity amid rising prices
Prices in the grocery category have surged 25 percent over the past four years, outpacing the overall inflation rate of 20 percent during the same period. That opens the door for retailers like Aldi and Dollar General.
Kroger to sell specialty pharmacy business to Elevance subsidiary
Kroger said the specialty pharmacy business is separate from its in-store retail pharmacies and The Little Clinics, which are not included in the proposed sale.
Kroger Marketplace store, 98 homes planned on southern edge of Noblesville
Plans call for the Star Brick Village retail and residential development to be built on 72 acres along East 146th Street, just north of Fishers.
U.S. sues to block $25B merger of grocery giants Kroger and Albertsons
The Federal Trade Commission said the deal would eliminate competition and lead to higher prices for millions of Americans.
Aldi eyes Westfield for its fifth store in Hamilton County
The discount grocer, which has 82 stores in Indiana, is seeking approval to build a 20,000-square-foot store in the fast-growing north-side suburb.
Washington state sues to block proposed merger of Kroger and Albertsons grocery chains
In a statement Monday, Kroger said it was delaying its timeline for closing the $25 billion deal due to ongoing dialogue with regulators, including state attorneys general and the Federal Trade Commission.
Kroger seeks to expand store at busy intersection in Noblesville
The plan calls for expanding the 75,000-square-foot Kroger store by 50,000 square feet, constructing 75,000 square feet of additional retail space, and adding a Kroger fuel station and retail buildings along 146th Street.