US Sues to Block $24.6B Kroger-Albertsons Merger (Newser Breaking News)

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February 26, 2024 Sponsored by Wise Bread   Happening Now US Sues to Block $24.6B Kroger-Albertsons Merger The Federal Trade Commission sued to block a proposed merger between grocery giants Kroger and Albertsons, reports the AP, saying the $24.6 billion deal would eliminate competition and lead to higher prices for millions of Americans. The FTC filed a lawsuit in US District Court in Oregon on Monday. Keep reading   From our sponsor Spend $500 and Earn $200 Earn a $200 bonus with these high earning rewards cards — that's like 40% cash rewards on your first $500 in spend. Plus, enjoy unlimited rewards. Start racking up huge cash rewards. Learn More   Today's 6 Most-Read Stories   Manage your subscriptions  |  Unsubscribe from Newser emails  |  Privacy Policy We'd love to hear from you. Send us a note at feedback@newser.com. Read our stories on MSN. Newser, LLC  |  1395 Brickell Avenue  |  Suite 800  |  Miami, Florida  |  33131 © 2024 Newser, LLC. All rights reserved