Competition, pricing and the fate of Albertsons were key points of contention in the three court battles that unfolded over a ...
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Given Albertsons' significant discount to Kroger's merger price, it appears highly unlikely that the deal will be completed.
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The ratification comes as Fred Meyer parent Kroger Co. is attempting to acquire Albertsons in a $25 billion deal.
The FTC said in court even if the broader market definition favored by Kroger were used, the merger would still harm competition in many markets. Most experts believe the deal won’t go through.